Green Lending: What Is Your ‘Why?’
There are different motivations for delving into green lending, but five in particular apply to the strategic focus of credit unions.
There are different motivations for delving into green lending, but five in particular apply to the strategic focus of credit unions.
More than half of Americans younger than 50 say they would consider purchasing an electric vehicle. That’s an opportunity for credit unions.
By offering financing options at the top of the funnel, lenders can influence purchasing decisions and establish themselves as trusted financial partners.
Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.
The right streamlined processes plus industry insight supports auto portfolio growth.
Interest rates and inflation meet member budgetary challenges, but this Ohio credit union has a plan for that.
Loans sourced from third parties helped credit unions make up for plummeting originations and foot traffic during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the strategy has presented increased risk.
Vendors break down the problems they solve and highlight what makes them stand out in a crowded industry.
An analysis of loan portfolios for credit unions with and without a low-income designation illustrates how consumers’ income levels impact borrowing.
Designations focused on serving members of modest means can lead to vastly different financial outcomes for credit unions.

The Indiana cooperative blends internal development with selective partnerships to meet members’ needs today now while positioning for what’s next.

The San Diego cooperative leans on its CUSO and the CURQL network to make fintech investments, but member needs still guide which solutions ultimately make it into the credit union’s operations.

Hands-on work with artificial intelligence tools is future-proofing staff members, giving them the confidence to adopt new technology and embrace efficiencies.

Wages briefly caught up with inflation, but rising costs have pushed them back into negative territory. Here’s what that shift means for member finances and credit union performance.

Suncoast Credit Union balances near-term needs with longer-term bets, applying discipline to timing, valuation, and fit to decide when to invest and when to walk away.

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First quarter data shows how rising costs are pushing consumers toward flexibility and reshaping borrowing and saving habits.

A dedicated CUSO holding company allows WSECU to move beyond building and back fintech partners it helps shape and scale.

Advancial FCU links internal service standards, employee feedback, and peer recognition to create a more consistent experience for both staff and members.

MSUFCU takes a hands-on approach to fintech, piloting solutions through its in-house lab before scaling and backing them through a wholly owned CUSO.
Green Lending: What Is Your ‘Why?’