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Helping you make greener choices for the planet.

Climate change is a big issue that demands big solutions. But there are lots of ways we can make a difference in our own lives too. For example, you could switch to an ethical super fund, get a green energy plan or cut down on plastics. Or maybe you want to do more but don't know where to start?

Finder Green is a resource to help you make changes that work for you and for the world. Here, you'll get details of the companies we've rated as most eco-friendly through the Finder Green Awards, links to our favourite sustainable shopping products (our Finder Green Faves) and in-depth chats with organisations doing their bit for the earth (in Going Green).

Plus a whole lot more about the different ways you can make greener choices and our Green report from 2023.

Amy Bradney-George

Amy Bradney-George

Editor, Finder Green contributor

Lauren Chaplin

Sarah Berthon

CSR & Public Affairs, Finder Green contributor

Sarah Brandon

Mariam Gabaji

Senior writer, Finder Green contributor

Finder green awards

Finder Green Awards

The Finder Green Awards are our home-grown awards system where we comb through hundreds of companies to find the most sustainable of the lot. You and millions of other Australians can feel good about taking your money to any of these award-winning companies, because they're doing their bit for the planet.

Here are some important criteria we used in judging:

  • Greenhouse gas emissions/carbon neutrality.
  • Renewable energy use.
  • Minimal landfill waste.
  • Climate-friendly products (reused, refurbished, recycled).
  • Sustainable delivery and packaging.

Find a full breakdown of the scoring here. And here are some of the winners (complete list here):

Some winners include:

Enova Energy Belong logo Brighte logo Australian ethical logo QBE logo

Going Green

There are so many people, businesses and organisations that are helping the earth through their work. In the Going Green series, we ask them five questions to see what they're up to and why they're so keen on going green.

Going Green

Finder Green Faves

Finder Green Faves is a fortnightly series where we give you the lowdown on our favourite sustainable, eco-friendly and cruelty-free products. We look at everything from hemp seed skin products to plant-based phone cases, so there's sure to be a green product that interests you.

Finder Green Faves

Green Money


There are lots of big businesses that don't seem to care about climate change and the environment, except when it comes to their bottom line. But there is also a growing number of ethical businesses and organisations that are focused on helping the environment. Here, you'll find out about green banks, super funds, insurers, other lenders and even ethical investment options you can choose to help your money make a positive change.

Australia's greenest banks

Looking for a bank that does right by the planet? Check out the Finder Green Award Bank of the Year, other nominees and what makes them a greener option.

Australia's greenest banks

Invest in renewable energy

Want to get stocks that match your values? Check out this guide on how to pick renewable energy options.

Invest in renewable energy

Ethical ETFs

Another investment option, many ethical exchange traded funds (ETFs) have clear guidelines around sustainability. And the top-performing ethical ETF had returns of almost 37% in 2019.

Ethical ETFs

Ethical super funds

Take control of your superannuation by choosing a fund that invests in causes you believe in and doesn't put any money towards fossil fuel industries such as coal, oil and logging.

Ethical super funds

Green Energy

Green energy is not new (Australia has had solar technology for over 30 years, for example). But it has taken a while for energy providers to offer more green options. The good news is, switching to a greener energy company doesn't have to cost a fortune. In some cases, it could even save you money and these guides take you through some different options.

Green power

Lots of energy companies now have GreenPower plans that connect you to renewable energy sources including solar, wind and hydro. Find out how it works and compare GreenPower plans here.

Green power

Green energy companies

Looking for the greenest energy company in Australia? Find out what counts as green and which brands to look at – including Finder Green Award finalists and winners.

Green energy companies

Green ratings

Compare energy companies based on ratings from the independent Green Electricity Guide (GEG), which looks at factors including emissions, carbon offsets and support for renewable energy.

Green ratings

GreenPower vs carbon neutral vs green ratings

These terms all come under the umbrella of "green energy" but is one better than another for you? Check out this explainer so you can pick an energy plan that matches your values.

GreenPower vs carbon neutral vs green ratings

Green Travel

Travel doesn't have to leave a big trail of carbon footprints. There is a growing number of ways you can travel responsibly, from buying carbon-offsets for your flights to choosing sustainable accommodation and eco-friendly tours.

Eco friendly flight guide

Get simple tips to shrink your carbon footprint when you fly, and find out what airlines are doing to help.

Eco friendly flight guide

Find eco tours online

Some tour companies have eco-friendly and green practices that support local communities, the environment and wildlife. You can even find some that offer carbon offsets and carbon neutral operations.

Find eco tours online

Finder's green report findings

Concern for the environment has fallen slightly

Since releasing last year's Green Consumer Report 2023, Australians have become slightly less concerned about the planet. We compared the year ending April 2023 to the year ending April 2022 and found the percentage of people who are not at all concerned about their carbon footprint has risen from 31% to 34%. The percentage who are extremely concerned decreased from 14% to 12%.

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