Banks Researcher (Volunteer)

At Bank.Green, our mission is to harness the power of technology and collective action to decarbonize the banking sector. We empower bank customers with the tools and insights they need to influence their banks towards sustainable lending, advocating for a greener future. Through transparency, engagement, and innovation, we aim to redefine the role of banks in the fight against climate change.

As a consumer advocacy organization, we are geared towards addressing the climate crisis by targeting the banking sector's vast fossil fuel financing. At the heart of our project is an advanced AI tool that meticulously analyzes bank sustainability policies, deciphering the often-ambiguous terms to generate a "greenwashing" score. This score assists bank customers in assessing their banks' genuine commitment to sustainability and advocating for them to do better.

Join Us: Championing a Greener Future in Banking

Bank.Green is seeking dedicated volunteers to expand our efforts in researching and sharing information about bank lending policies and practices. This role is crucial in maintaining our extensive database and ensuring that accurate and relevant information reaches activist groups and the public.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough investigations into bank lending policies and practices.
• Publish and regularly update bank pages on our website.
• Distribute key findings to activist groups and other relevant stakeholders.
• Help increase the visibility of our database, currently featuring 700 out of 55,000 banks.
• Engage with online communities and forums to raise awareness of our cause.

Commitment and Skills Required:

• A weekly commitment of 5-15 hours.
• Strong computer literacy and organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• An interest in, or basic knowledge of, financial topics and banking practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, preferably with some experience in remote teamwork.

Focus Area:

• Initially focusing on the UK, with potential expansion to the US, Canada, and Australia based on interest and team growth.

Bank.Green is an inclusive organization and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. Join us in making a significant impact on the banking sector's role in climate change. Apply now to be part of our dynamic team as a Bank Research and Outreach Coordinator!