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3 Reasons Why Sustainable Banking Is Here to Stay

Make a positive impact with every purchase! With bunq, you can help reforest the planet and reduce your impact—all while managing your finances.

5 December 2024

Sustainability is reshaping industries worldwide, and banking is no exception. But what does sustainability actually mean in banking? It’s about using your financial choices to support a healthier planet. Sustainable banking at bunq goes beyond managing your money—it's about aligning your spending with your values. Sustainable banking goes beyond managing your money—it’s about making a positive environmental impact. Here’s how bunq makes eco-friendly banking simple, impactful, and why sustainable banking is here to stay.

1. Plant Trees with Every Purchase

With bunq, every €100 or €1000 you spend (depending on your account and plan) plants a tree. Each purchase helps restore forests, reduce CO₂, and protect biodiversity. bunq’s easy, automatic reforestation program lets you support a greener planet without extra effort.

Every bunq user contributes to reforestation with each purchase: for every €1000 spent, they plant 1 tree. Easy Bank Pro XL users and those under 18 plant 1 tree for every €100 spent.

2. Freedom of Choice

With bunq, you decide where your money goes. Whether it’s reforestation, CO₂ reduction, or supporting eco-friendly initiatives, you’re in control. You can choose to focus on the causes they care about most, making sustainable banking more personal and impactful.

3. Go Digital, Go Green

Digital banking at bunq means less paper waste and lower carbon emissions. By eliminating forms, statements, and physical branches, bunq supports a sustainable lifestyle, helping you reduce your carbon footprint with every transaction.

4. Join a Growing Movement for Sustainability

More people are choosing banks that prioritize sustainability. bunq’s eco-friendly features align with this demand, giving you a banking option that supports both your financial and environmental goals.

Make a Sustainable Choice

As sustainable finance grows, bunq leads the way with features that benefit both you and the planet. By choosing bunq, you’re not only managing your finances; you’re also supporting reforestation, reducing waste, and empowering communities worldwide. Each small choice—from every €100 spent to every tree planted—adds up to a greener, more sustainable future. Sustainable banking is here to stay, and with bunq, making a positive impact is easier than ever.

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