Barclays launches its first green mortgage

Madeleine Cuff
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Lender says buyers who opt for more energy efficient homes will be able to access cheaper mortgage rate

Barclays has announced plans to launch a green mortgage where buyers of new-build energy efficient homes can access lower interest rates. The product, announced yesterday, will launch next week and...

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