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Green Loan

  • From 4.9% APR*
  • Homes and vehicles
  • Quick decision

Sustainable living made easy with a Green Loan

In order to support the green economy and encourage everyone to strive for more energy efficient enhancements, we are offering low interest rates on home renovations, retrofitting and transport initiatives.

  • From 4.9% APR*
  • Borrow up to €80,000 for home initiatives
  • Borrow up to €60,000 for vehicles
  • Quick decision

Why get a Green Loan with Killarney Credit Union?

Our green loan makes becoming more environmentally aware easier. A Green Loan with Killarney Credit Union offers you competitive interest rates and more benefits so that you can make affordable greener choices for your home and your transport.

  • QUICK DECISION ON LOAN APPLICATIONS.
  • Repayment terms tailored to meet your needs.
  • Friendly Local Service.
  • No penalties for repaying your loan early.
  • No hidden fees, transaction charges, or set up fees.
  • As your loan decreases so does your interest repayments.
  • Benefit from Free Loan Protection Insurance. (T’s & C’s apply.)
  • You can apply for and draw down your loan online and in branch.
  • No documentation or arrangement fees.
  • You can top up your loan if you need more funds (subject to approval).
  • Borrow up to €80,000 over a maximum term of 10 years for home initiatives.
  • Borrow up to €60,000 over a max term of 8 years for transport initiatives.
  • Support your credit union by borrowing locally.

Further information:

Click any of the sections below to learn more about the great value Green Loan from Killarney Credit Union.

 

Loan Repayment Table

Green Loan

Amount

APR*

Term

Number of
Repayments

Weekly
Repayments

Cost of Loan

Total Loan
Repayable

Green Loan 6.5%              
Green Loan 6.5% €10,000 6.7% 5 Years 260 €45.06 €1,712.37 €11,712.37
Green Loan 6.5% €20,000 6.7% 5 Years 260 €90.11 €3,425.21 €23,425.21
Green Loan 6.5% €45,000 6.7% 7 Years 364 €153.85 €10,997.33 €55,997.33
Green Loan 6.5% €70,000 6.7% 10 Years 520 €182.98 €25,142.97 €95,142.97
B2 Rating 5.8%              
B2 Rating 5.8% €25,000 5.96% 5 Years 260 €110.78 €3,799.70 €28,799.70
B2 Rating 5.8% €50,000 5.96% 8 Years 416 €150.19 €12,473.93 €62,473.93
A Rating 4.79%              
A Rating 4.79% €30,000 4.9% 5 Years 260 €129.76 €3,735.97 €33,735.97
A Rating 4.79% €50,000 4.9% 10 Years 520 €120.97 €12,901.77 €62,901.77

 

Typical APR Variable Green Loan Rate (4.9% APR / 5.96% APR / 6.7% APR). Lending terms and conditions apply. Loans are subject to approval. Table is for illustration only and does not constitute a contract.

Warning: If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may effect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

Documentation Required

Completed application form

Simply call to any of our three branches and our staff will be happy to assist you.

Proof of Identity

e.g. passport, driver’s license

Proof of Current Address (issued within the last 6 months)

e.g bank statements, utility bill, social welfare letter, government documents etc

Proof of Income

e.g 3 most recent pay slips or social welfare payment receipts

Proof of PPS Number

Correspondance from Revenue / Department of Social Protection, Social welfare receipts

For Self Employed Members:

Set of accounts (2 recent years), Form 11,Tax Clearance Certificate

Current Bank Statements

may be required (last 3 months)

Credit Card Statements

(last 3 months)

Member may be asked to provide proof of greenhouse emission reduction or improvement in BER rating, proof of works or proof of transport purchase.

Green Loan Terms & Conditions

  • The Interest Rates are 4.79% (4.9% APR) for an A Energy rating, 5.8% (5.96% APR) for a B1 or B2 rating.  Projects achieving a rating B3 or below, and all Green Transport Initiatives 6.5% (6.7% APR).

  • Minimum loan €5,000: Max Loan €80,000 (€60,000 for vehicles)

  • Cannot be topped up on an existing loan balance

  • Maximum Term is 10 years

  • Maximum Term for a Car is 8 years
  • Member may be asked to provide proof of greenhouse emission reduction or improvement in BER rating, proof of works or proof of transport purchase

  • Standard Loan Terms and Conditions of Killarney Credit Union apply

  • The Board of Directors reserve the right to terminate this loan product at any time

  • A €30,000 home improvement loan over 10 years at a 4.79% variable interest rate (4.9% APR) has 120 monthly repayments of €315.13 The total amount repayable is €37,815.

 

Download the Green Loan PDF Information Leaflet

Click the icon below to download a PDF information leaflet with further information.

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Download a PDF Information Leaflet

Click the icon below to download a PDF with further information.

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Grants are available

 

There are grants available to make the changes that you are making to your home more affordable when you improve a home’s BER rating. Information on grants is available on www.seai.ie.

 

visit www.seai.ie

 

 

Three Great Rates

Which one suits your project best?

 

A Rating

A Energy Rating

4.79% (4.9% APR)

Projects which result in a home achieving an A energy rating will attract a loan interest rate of 4.9% APR

B2 Rating

B1 or B2 Energy Rating

5.8% (5.96% APR)

Projects which result in a home achieving a B1 or B2 energy rating will be eligible for a loan interest rate of 5.96% APR

B3 or Below Rating

Transport Initiatives or Projects B3 or below

6.5% (6.7% APR)

Projects which result in a home achieving an energy rating of B3 or below, will be eligible for a loan interest rate of 6.7% APR. This rate also covers Electric Cars, Hybrid, Electric Bikes & Motorcycles and Home Charger Units.

 

 

Initiatives for Home and Transport

 

Initiatives for Home

Green Home Initiatives

  • Renewable Energy Upgrade (e.g., Solar panels)
  • Attic, Floor, Wall and Pipe insulation
  • Sustainable Water/Heating systems
  • Door, Window or Boiler upgrades
  • Installation of energy efficient controls in the home
  • Deep Retrofit
Initiatives for Transport

Green Transport Initiatives

  • Electric or Hybrid Cars
  • Home Charger units
  • Bicycles or Motorcycles

 

How much will your Green Loan cost?

We offer three different Green Loan rates depending on the type of project you have in mind and the energy ratings that you are aiming for. For more information about rate types please see below on this page.

Simply enter the amount you wish to borrow (for example '€5,000') then choose the type of Green Loan rate that suits your project and lastly select how long you wish to take the loan for.

Information is correct as at September 2022.

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Calculated Loan Details:

* Calculator for estimation purpose only and does not constitute a contract. Please see individual loan pages for more details.

 

 

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