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What we stand for
We’re dedicated to building a greener society by providing mortgages for properties and projects that respect the environment and support sustainable communities, funded through our range of simple, transparent savings accounts.
Our history
Ecology started as, and remains, a group of like-minded people committed to building a more sustainable future.
We were established in 1981 by a group of pioneering founder members who wanted to start a building society to help finance environmental building renovations and support sustainable development. Since then we have expanded the reach of our lending but throughout we remain committed to our mission and ethical principles.
Ethics and sustainability
We don't just support others to try to live and work more sustainability: we do it ourselves. We put our ethical principles into practice throughout our operations, from managing the environmental impact of our offices to our approach to fair pay for our staff.
More about our sustainability
Our impact
Our impact isn't about the profit we make – it's about the difference we make to the environment and to communities across the UK.
Since 1981 we've lent to over 5,000 projects, supporting individuals, charities, environmental businesses and community-led housing organisations to realise their sustainable living ambitions.
Ecology Board
Rated as an ethical Best Buy for our mortgages and savings
