Tag: Triodos Bank

UK public think funding positive social and environmental change is needed “now more than ever”

Stuart Mitchell

In the wake of devastating global conflicts, ongoing climate disaster and global politics reaching new extremes, new research from Triodos Bank UK reveals how the UK public is fearful of the future and anxious to support a better world – yet are overlooking the potential of using their personal finances to bring about positive change. Polling of 2,000 UK adults reveals that 81% of people are concerned about the future of the world, while seven in 10 (68%) think we need positive social and environmental change now more than ever.…

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Triodos Bank reports resilient financial and impact performance

Stuart Mitchell

Triodos Bank, a frontrunner in sustainable banking since 1980, today announced its performance for 2024. Triodos Bank’s 2024 Annual Report was also published today and is available here: www.annual-report-triodos.com. Delivering positive impact Triodos Bank has delivered positive impact to society through EUR 24.1 billion (2023: EUR 23.2 billion) of total assets under management directed towards its five transition themes (energy, food, resources, society and wellbeing), with a growth of EUR 905 million. Triodos Bank announced its commitment to provide EUR 500 million in investments, loans and contributions to the Nature-based Solutions…

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House of Hackney launches crowdfunding raise on journey to becoming a regenerative business

Stuart Mitchell

Interiors and lifestyle brand House of Hackney is seeking to raise £2 million through a bond offer live on Triodos Bank UK’s crowdfunding platform (triodoscrowdfunding.co.uk) to support its goal of becoming a measurably regenerative business. Founded by Frieda Gormley and Javvy M Royle in 2011, House of Hackney is an interiors brand that inspires people to protect our common home by bringing the beauty of Nature into theirs. With products sold around the world through its e-commerce platform and from its showrooms in London and New York City, its vision…

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Triodos Bank announces first BNG private sector loan to Nature Impact

Stuart Mitchell

Triodos Bank UK has announced its first private sector loan based on a biodiversity net gain (BNG) unit model, a landmark deal that could create a blueprint for financing nature-based solutions at scale. The loan has enabled environmental consultancy Nature Impact to purchase 70 acres of land in Rolvenden in Kent and another 52 acres in Wadhurst, East Sussex – two sites that offer huge potential to unlock underutilised and degraded farmland for BNG. The projects will see the restoration and creation of a wide range of habitats, including native…

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Triodos Bank commits to financing €500 million in nature-based solutions

Stuart Mitchell

Triodos Bank recently announced its commitment to provide at least EUR 500 million in investments, loans and contributions to the nature-based solutions sector by the end of 2030 as part of its biodiversity targets. This initiative underscores Triodos Bank’s dedication to addressing the urgent need for nature restoration and conservation, removal of CO2 emissions from the atmosphere and providing societal benefits. The importance of nature-based solutions  Nature-based solutions involve working with nature to address societal challenges, providing benefits for human well-being, biodiversity and the climate. They encompass conservation, restoration, and…

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