Money Tips

Make Your Money Greener

The sustainable investment movement is growing, with up to 60% of global consumers making more environmentally friendly and ethical purchases since the pandemic. Estimated to be worth £502 Billion, the impact investment market is booming and helping our natural world to rebuild after years of neglect and destruction.

Keen to start investing in transparent, eco-friendly companies? Here are some beginner tips to get you started.

1. Choose the right investment

So before jumping in, first talk to your financial advisor to discuss your goals and assess your risk profile, the do the research to ensure your investment matches your ethical and financial goals.

2. Choose a green bank

Many banks still invest in companies destroying the earth. Green banks don't prioritize profit over people and are actively trying to create a positive impact on their local community, environment, and economy.

3. Learn the lingo

Impact investing is a relatively new concept and that means new concepts and terminology.

4. You can start small but start now

It’s easy to get carried away when starting to investigate impact investing, the options can overwhelm some and over-excite others – however the best time to start is now!

5. Start talking

Investment is rarely a solo game, often you have wealth or portfolio managers, your spouse, and a financial advisor. Make sure you are on the same page as those on your investment journey and don’t wait to bring up your impact investment goals.

6. Technology is your friend

Technology is only making impact investing easier, with a multitude of websites and apps designed to help you make the best and most ethical investment choice.