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Ecology Building Society: Savings reviews

Name: Savings
Rating: 4.91 (563 reviews)

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4.91

Based on 563 reviews, last reviewed 9th Feb 2025

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2 star

Latest highest rating:

5

35 years of ethical saving. I've been saving with Ecology for 35 years and not only are the savings rates competitive, the AGMs and Member Meet-ups are very enjoyable. I particul... Read more Reviewed on: 9th February 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

Disappointment and frustration at every stage. Unfortunately this was the out and out worst experience I have ever had in opening any account of any form. Contradictory emails, links that don't wor... Read more Reviewed on: 6th December 2022

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Ecology Building Society Savings reviews (563)

Review of the Ecology Building Society, Savings:

totally trustworthy

I have saved with Ecology Building Society for tears, happy to know that my savings are helping to rebuild and revitalise buildings in an ecological way, conscious of re-use and insulation and all things green. Hurrah for this building society giving mortgages and support to those who want to reduce co2 emissions and save our threatened global climate! Reviewed on: 11th March 2021

Excellent ethical company

We have invested with the Ecology Building Society for decades particularly because of their ethical and sustainable work. We need more banking companies with this ethos. Reviewed on: 9th April 2021

They are the most ethical financial provider, end of

Pretty much all the big banks (like Barclays, HSBC and others) are up their necks in investing in harm , ecocide and human rights abuses - with Ecology Building Society you can look yourself in the mirror knowing that your money isn't harming your kids' future, or anyone else's Reviewed on: 9th April 2021

Honours its pledges

It is pleasing to see that the Ecology Building Society honours its pledges in that, at a time of ultra-low interest rates, it guarantees a minimum interest rate of 1% per annum to its loyal members. Reviewed on: 9th April 2021

The original 'green' building society

I've been saving with the Ecology Building Society for almost 40 years and have always appreciated the friendly, personal help from staff (no endless automatic labyrinth.) and peace of mind in knowing that my money is being invested in positive projects that don't contradict my principles. Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

Banking with a conscience

I have complete peace of mind knowing that my money is being used for good purposes and invested in things that doesn't destroy our planet. The small scale, friendliness and approachability of the staff is also wonderful. Thank you :) Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

Outstanding aims, ideals and vision. Excellent customer service.

So pleased to have found a truly ethical financial organisation with the values and vision that I can wholeheartedly support and feel I can trust with my savings. Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

Spot on

Good ethical service, staff always really helpful too. Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

Ethical, ecological and fair

Ecology building society is helping fund sustainable building and renovations and I pleased that my savings help this happen. I feel my money is safe with them because of their cautious approach. I think there interest rates are fair and they do not treat existing savers less well by lowering old account rates and offering high rates just to new customers. I am informed about changes to accounts or rates and there is an interesting newsletter. The staff are helpful. The society has a fair pay policy and lower CEO salaries than other building societies. I have been to AGMs where they are open with members and answer questions. The society and provide interesting information about more sustainable living and ethical banking. I do recommend the Ecology building society to family and friends. Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

Why go elsewhere?

Ecology Building Society is the best UK ethical financial provider, and from experiences elsewhere is the best Building Society. They provided the best savings account when I looked for a new one. Customer service has been brilliant and I feel I've been treated fairly as a customer. So we will be applying for a specialist mortgage with Ecology as they are an excellent provider. Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

Keeps up the professional end - and ethics too!!

I've been with EBS since 2007 and it is part of my personal/psychological furniture of being part of something positive that pioneers positive ethical/environmental/social change!! I'm proud to be part of the Ecological Building Society !! Reviewed on: 8th April 2021

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