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Rated Excellent 4.88/5

Ecology Building Society reviews

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People rate this company as Excellent based on 650 product reviews

Average score of 4.88/5
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Reviews for Ecology Building Society have trended positively over the past 90 days

Latest positive rating

5/5

Genuinely Ethical

I first opened an account with Ecology Building Society in the 1990s, and only closed the account because I needed the money, so when I... I first opened an account with Ecology Building Society in the 1990s, and only closed the account because I needed the money, so when I again had some savings I opened a new account a few years ago. I prefer to deposit my savings with a company I am confident will use it wisely. I am convinced the EBS are committed to protecting our precious environment and they would never knowingly invest my money in anything unethical. Read more Read less

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Savings
Sonia J 4th November 2024

Latest negative rating

1/5

Time wasters

Misleading application process, lack of updates, unprofessional customer service. Waste of time.

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Mortgages
Robert Brudnowski 6th December 2023

About Ecology Building Society

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Genuinely Ethical

Savings 4th November 2024

I first opened an account with Ecology Building Society in the 1990s, and only closed the account because I needed the money, so when I... I first opened an account with Ecology Building Society in the 1990s, and only closed the account because I needed the money, so when I again had some savings I opened a new account a few years ago. I prefer to deposit my savings with a company I am confident will use it wisely. I am convinced the EBS are committed to protecting our precious environment and they would never knowingly invest my money in anything unethical. Read more Read less

Rated Excellent 5/5
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Get your money to do some good !

Savings 31st October 2024

I've been with Ecology BS for over a decade; have always been v happy with their customer service and general comms. Although I could maybe... I've been with Ecology BS for over a decade; have always been v happy with their customer service and general comms. Although I could maybe be getting a better rate elsewhere, I know the money I've invested with them is doing good work to tackle the nature and climate crisis, investing in projects that make a difference. This makes me happy. Read more Read less

Rated Excellent 5/5
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  • 5/5

    A genuinely ethical building society

    A genuinely ethical building society, with a clear focus on customers, the environment and communities. Good to know that my savings are making a difference... A genuinely ethical building society, with a clear focus on customers, the environment and communities. Good to know that my savings are making a difference for good, without compromising on the interest rate. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    KJG 31st October 2024
  • 5/5

    Everything to like about Ecology Savings

    Everything is to like about Ecology, a good ISA with great interest rate. The online services are fine but limited. However they are upgrading the... Everything is to like about Ecology, a good ISA with great interest rate. The online services are fine but limited. However they are upgrading the website shortly. It takes a while for credits to show and messages to be received it seems but they are human and not robots. And good humans at that... Read more Read less

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    Savings
    Gary 31st October 2024
  • 5/5

    Human, friendly and super efficient

    Human, friendly and super efficient AND they are as ethical as they come, what is not to like. I can't think of a better home for our reserves.

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    Savings
    Carlton Smith 31st October 2024
  • 5/5

    The place does not appear to be run by robots!

    The place does not appear to be run by robots! I like to deal with real people who have commonsense and can answer my questions....my... The place does not appear to be run by robots! I like to deal with real people who have commonsense and can answer my questions....my questions dont usually fit into a "box" so a ChatBot cant answer them satisfactorily. i wish to support and encourage this building society in their admirable endeavours. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    tundra 2nd October 2024
  • 5/5

    Caring about how m money is used.

    I had some money that I was looking to invest long term but I believe environmental degradation, loss of habitat and species diversity and the... I had some money that I was looking to invest long term but I believe environmental degradation, loss of habitat and species diversity and the poor health of our oceans due to human activity are at such a critical point that I did not want my money going into any industry or organisation that contributed to this. I was delighted to find Ecology Bank and to see that they share my values and are open and transparent without “ greenwashing”. While my money is tied up for 180 days the 5% interest rate is extremely competitive. I am aware that this rate may go down following the BoE reduction but I will happily stay invested with this bank in the knowledge that not only am I getting a good rate but, more importantly, my money is being used to support businesses which reflect my values. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    Lorna T 2nd October 2024
  • 5/5

    I've invested with EBS for decades, completely happy

    I have invested with EBS for decades, completely happy and relaxed that my savings are helping with ecological renovations and eco-conscious homes. Great staff,

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    Savings
    Rachel Bentham 1st October 2024
  • 5/5

    Proud to have been one of the first investors in 1981

    I was one of the first investors in the Ecology Building Society in 1981, and have been a saver ever since. The Society has grown,... I was one of the first investors in the Ecology Building Society in 1981, and have been a saver ever since. The Society has grown, but the staff are as ready to engage as they were when I was a Foundation Share Holder. The AGMs are always a highlight with guest speakers and reinforce how much good the Ecology does to improve and finance interesting community and private developments. Read more Read less

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    Savings
    Julian Paren 1st October 2024
  • 5/5

    Why would you *not* save with EBS?

    Why would you not save with EBS? Good rates, savings in positive projects, friendly responsive costumer service.

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    Savings
    Carole L 1st October 2024
  • 4/5

    Sound values put into practice

    I've been a member for 20+ years because the Ecology believes in the things I do, and they walk the walk. Everything works as it... I've been a member for 20+ years because the Ecology believes in the things I do, and they walk the walk. Everything works as it should. The interest rate I get isn't the highest, I don't suppose, but it's perfectly acceptable. They work hard to communicate and involve members about how they use their savings. The management evidently believe in the society's values, reporting the decent ratio in pay between the highest and lowest paid members of staff, and working to make teh Society's own operations sustainable. Read more Read less

    {"display":"Edmund J","full_name":"Edmund J","avatar":{"url":"\/assets\/images\/default_new.png"}}'s avatar
    Savings
    Edmund J 1st October 2024

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