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Dan Sherrard-Smith
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The 3 climate actions that make a difference
After 3 years of running MotherTree, it’s increasingly clear to me that individual actions won't solve the climate crisis.
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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Interview with SG Voice & DC Thomson
Recently, I chatted with SG Voice, a new publication launched by DC Thomson for business leaders who want to change the world. We went...
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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The big trend that is boosting social entrepreneurs ’ businesses in 2023
Where a business keeps its cash has huge impact.
A move to the right bank could mean:
Happier employees
Happier customers
Aligned investors
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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How Ethical Are Your Savings?
That's the question the Times asked when it comes to our current accounts, ISAs and much more. It's a question MotherTree has taken over...
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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The 7 biggest ways you are wasting money and destroying the planet
The big ways you are missing out on saving money and reducing carbon emissions.
Sorrell Cowen
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Your new Eco Superpower for food & drink
We interviewed Reewild's Sustainability Analyst, Sorrell Cowen, to hear about the great work Reewild is doing when it comes to addressing ca
Simona Rutkauskaite
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Your Money, Your Values: Choose an Ethical Savings Account
Discover how to align your savings with your values through ethical banking. Learn about the concept of ethical banking, explore the most et
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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To divest or not divest
MotherTree sums up the key arguments for and against divestment in the battle against the climate crisis.
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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Feeling hot? Switch your bank.
Need someone to blame for this unbearable heat? Look no further than the big banks. Seriously. Stay with me on this. 40 degrees celsius...
Simona Rutkauskaite
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The dirty little secret the banks didn't want you to know about
Since 2016, Barclays and HSBC have invested £236bn into oil & gas. £148m more than all the other banks combined.
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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How we calculate your money carbon footprint
Understanding your money's carbon footprint is the crucial first step in making sure your finance funds the future you want to live in.
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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5 reasons to switch your bank
Disclaimer: What follows is not investment advice. If, like me, you picked your bank in your late teens or early twenties (I did it for...
Simona Rutkauskaite
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Six reasons to switch to a green pension
Research published by MotherTree reveals that switching your pension to a green provider is the single most effective action.
Dan Sherrard-Smith
3 min read
Introducing MotherTree!
Disclaimer: information contained in this article does not constitute investment advice. Did you know that for the average UK consumer...
Dan Sherrard-Smith
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The Power of your Pension
This personal change helps the environment and is more powerful than going vegan, changing light bulbs and riding the bike combined.
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