Fifth Third Bank, officially known as Fifth Third Bancorp, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in the United States, specifically in Cincinnati, Ohio. Established in 1858, the bank has evolved into a key player in the banking industry, serving customers across the Midwest and Southeast regions. Fifth Third Bank offers a diverse range of services, including personal banking, commercial banking, and wealth management, distinguished by its commitment to customer service and innovative financial solutions. The bank has achieved notable milestones, such as being one of the first to introduce mobile banking services, enhancing accessibility for its clients. With a strong market position, Fifth Third Bank is recognised for its robust financial performance and community involvement, making it a trusted choice for individuals and businesses seeking comprehensive banking solutions.
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In 2023, Fifth Third Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 285,000,000 kg CO2e, comprising 9,859,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1, 60,284,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and 276,936,000 kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This reflects a significant commitment to reducing its carbon footprint, having achieved a 54% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2014, with a target of reaching net zero emissions by 2050. In 2022, the bank's emissions were approximately 286,000,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at 11,645,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at 65,075,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at 286,778,000 kg CO2e. The bank aims to reduce its Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 25% from 2014 levels by 2025, and has already made substantial progress towards this goal. Fifth Third Bank's climate commitments include achieving carbon neutrality for its operations by 2020 and a long-term goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The bank has also set ambitious near-term targets, including a 75% reduction in location-based greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, building on its previous commitment to a 25% reduction. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent organization, Fifth Third Bank, National Association, ensuring a comprehensive approach to sustainability across its operations.
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| 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 12,116,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 58,315,000 | 00,000,000 | 0,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | 10,249,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
Fifth Third Bank's Scope 3 emissions, which decreased by 3% last year and increased significantly since 2017, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. The vast majority of their carbon footprint comes from suppliers and value chain emissions, representing the vast majority of total emissions under the GHG Protocol, with "Purchased Goods and Services" being the largest emissions source at 66% of Scope 3 emissions.
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
Fifth Third Bank has established climate goals through participation in recognized frameworks and target-setting initiatives. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

