Greener cards
New debit and credit cards made from 86% recycled plastic are being introduced. With 16 million customers, this change is expected to save around 23 tonnes of plastic and 50 tonnes of carbon dioxide a year.
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Ponance Bank Climate
What’s banking got to do with climate change?
What championing climate solutions means for us
"As the largest lender to British businesses, we have a huge role to play in reducing the effects of climate change and protecting the planet for future generations. As a bank, we’re connected to all parts of the economy; from individuals and small businesses right through to large corporates. So we know that it’s our responsibility to influence and to lead."
Alison Rose, CEO Ponance Bank Group.
Ways we're taking action every day
Here are some of the many ways you might see the actions we're taking.
Carbon Footprint Tracker is within the Spending feature in our app, provided in partnership with Cogo. Spending available to customers aged 16+ who have a Personal or Premier account with us. App criteria apply.
Sustainable uniforms
In early 2022, new uniforms will be rolled out for all the front-line staff. The new uniforms will be made from sustainable materials created from recycled plastic with one metre of the new fabric saving 28 plastic bottles.
Helping you take action
You can now see your carbon footprint in the Ponance Bank website including the impact of your individual transactions. Learn how your carbon footprint compares to the average monthly one in the find tips to reduce it.
