Growing climate awareness is driving 78% of Brits to adopt sustainable practices like recycling, using public transport, and choosing energy-efficient solutions
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Motorists driven to despair by the state of UK roads as 78% of drivers believe that the roads in their local area have worsened over the past two years.
Read the full article: Motorists Driven to Despair by the State of UK RoadsKeyless technology offers convenience but increases car theft risks. Discover why 70% of drivers believe keyless cars are more vulnerable and what manufacturers can do to improve security.
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Introducing a Green Partnership that brings savings to our customers
by Paul Baxter | 28th June 2024
This week we announced an exciting new partnership with Effective Home. This collaboration offers a significant benefit to The Green Insurer’s policyholders
Read the full article: Introducing a Green Partnership that brings savings to our customersThink you'll get a council payout for pothole damage? Think again. Discover why most claims are rejected and why comprehensive car insurance is essential. Read more!
Read the full article: Don’t rely on a council payout for pothole damageDespite the rise of EVs, 41% of UK drivers plan to stick with petrol and diesel. Discover the barriers to EV adoption and potential solutions.
Read the full article: What’s stopping people move across to electric?Car crime is on the rise in the UK, with one in six owners affected. Discover how Brits are fighting back and protecting their vehicles.
Read the full article: The rise in car crime – a grim reality for many UK motoristsNew research shows Brits struggle with eco-jargon, with only 17% understanding 'carbon offsetting.' The Green Insurer aims to bridge this gap with clear, relatable information and a helpful eco-jargon buster.
Read the full article: Boggled by eco-jargonAs the surge in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in the UK continues to rise. Our research highlights key motivations driving motorists towards EV ownership, including environmental concerns and potential cost savings.
Read the full article: Electric cars taking off?Did you know that nearly 3 in 4 UK adults are striving to shop in an environmentally conscious way? According to our new research it's clear that more of us are making conscious choices to reduce our carbon footprint.
Read the full article: Prioritising the planet – shopping green in the UKDiscover why honesty is the best policy when it comes to car insurance claims. Learn how stretching the truth can lead to rejected or scaled back claims
Read the full article: Why stretching the truth on insurance claims is never a good ideaLearn why nature-based solutions are crucial for offsetting your driving footprint and contributing to a sustainable future.
Read the full article: Supporting biodiversity and carbon-removal in Indonesian BorneoAccording to research that we undertook, awareness among UK drivers is increasing, especially with the younger drivers, about the environmental impact of car use.
Read the full article: The environmental impact of drivingAccording to our new research findings, nearly 9 out of 10 electric car owners reported that they've cut the cost of driving since making the switch from petrol or diesel vehicles.
Read the full article: The electric advantage: How electric cars are driving savings for ownersOur research with UK consumers found that believers and non-believers are almost equally split on the ULEZ issue. 45% of motorists support the schemes and 42% would welcome their expansion into more cities.
Read the full article: The ULEZ Tug of WarAccording to our new research, three in five motorists are worried that soaring insurance costs could force them to reconsider their reliance on driving or even give up their car altogether.
Read the full article: Navigating rising car insurance costs while making a differenceWhen we asked UK motorists how they had altered their driving habits recently in response to pressures like the cost of living crisis, driving schemes such as ULEZ and the climate emergency, we found that 65% of UK motorists have introduced change.
Read the full article: Changing driving habits for goodIn recent years, there has been a growing push towards adopting more sustainable practices, including transitioning to electric vehicles to combat climate change and improve air quality.
Read the full article: Call for abolition of IPT on electric vehicle insuranceAt The Green Insurer, we are passionate about helping you on your journey towards sustainable driving. Our insurance policies offer more than protection; they provide tangible ways to minimise your environmental footprint and contribute to sustainable travel.
Read the full article: How we connect your driving to natureSoaring insurance premiums are driving up the cost of motoring with UK drivers estimated to spend £2,585 in running costs this year.
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Motorists wake up to the environmental impact of their carbon footprints
by Craig Perry | 22nd February 2024
The majority of UK adults (85%) are either slightly or very concerned about global warming/climate change.
Read the full article: Motorists wake up to the environmental impact of their carbon footprintsAppetite for telematics insurance is on the rise with UK drivers, who increasingly see such policies as a way to gain reductions on their motor insurance premiums.
Read the full article: Telematics insurance grows in popularitySoaring motor policy costs are encouraging millions of UK drivers to break the law and take uninsured vehicles out on the road.
Read the full article: Motorists tempted to drive without insuranceThe waiting is over, and The Green Insurer is now officially open for business aiming to help drivers reduce their carbon footprint and reward them for green driving.
Read the full article: The Green Insurer is open for businessHigh insurance policy premiums are a factor preventing drivers from taking to the road when they qualify.
Read the full article: Most new drivers can't afford to drive after passing their testA new study reveals a sharp increase in motor insurance renewal premiums, with motorists stating they are receiving quotes that are on average 26% higher than what they were paying last year.
Read the full article: Motorists report huge hike in renewal premiumsNew research reveals that 18% of motorists are considering switching their petrol or diesel car to an electric or hybrid model over the next 12 months.
Read the full article: Drivers considering switching to an electric or hybrid carOver the past 12 months, half of all motorists surveyed claim they have cut down on the number of miles they drive each month, with 22% saying they have “substantially” reduced their mileage.
Read the full article: Drivers change habits over environmental concernsRisks and things to think about
by Paul Baxter | 10th November 2023
In order to be completely honest with our customers, regulator and the press, we want to highlight some risks which exist in our model, where the carbon offsets we are trying to make may not happen as we want.
Read moreTrip Allocation
by Paul Baxter | 10th November 2023
When you take a trip in your car, we allocate the trip to one of the drivers who is insured to drive the car. Where there is only one person in the car.
Read moreWhat makes us Green
by Paul Baxter | 10th November 2023
We feel that it is only right that we justify to you why we feel confident in making the claim the be The Green Insurer and genuinely do what we say.
Read moreAll about No Claims Discount
by Russell Wilson | 25th September 2023
The Green Insurer have created a guide all about No Claims Discounts, covering named drivers, what happens if you claim, falt and non-fault claims.
Read more12 steps if you’re involved in a car accident
by Russell Wilson | 19th September 2023
Being involved in a car accident can be a horrible experience. We’ve created 12 steps to help you remain calm and collect the information you’ll need to make a claim.
Read moreB Corp status
by Paul Baxter | 19th September 2023
The Green Insurer’s vision to give customers an option to buy green insurance easily. By entering into the B Corp certification process we holding ourselves to the highest standard.
Read moreThe Green Insurer A Purpose Driven Organisation
by Paul Baxter | 19th September 2023
The Green Insurer’s purpose is: The Green Insurer exists to help people to drive a vehicle, own or rent somewhere to live or travel whilst minimised the harm they do to our earth.
Read moreHow we calculate your rewards
by Paul Baxter | 19th September 2023
Available on Android and iOS. The app shows your green driving score and how much carbon you've offset. You can also see the projects we've used to remove this carbon.
Read moreMissing trips
by Paul Baxter | 19th September 2023
See how to troubleshoot if you have taken a trip in your car and it is missing from The Green Insurer app. If you need help with the app you can contact us.
Read moreThe Green Insurer app
by Paul Baxter | 19th September 2023
Available on Android and iOS, you can download The Green Insurer app by scanning the QR code with your smart phone. The app shows your rolling 14-day green driving score and how much carbon you've offset from the atmosphere.
Read moreTrain and other non-car journeys marked as car trips
by Paul Baxter | 19th September 2023
If you have taken a train journey, there are occasions when this can show in your app as being in your car. Why does this happen and what do I do if I have an incorrect trip recorded?
Read moreHow we offset carbon for electric vehicles
by Paul Baxter | 18th September 2023
We calculate that on average it takes an additional 3.5 tonnes to manufacture an electric car, compared to a combustion engine car. When calculating the CO2 emissions for electric cars, we include offsetting this over a 10 year period.
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