Hancock Whitney Corporation, commonly known as Hancock Whitney, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in the United States. Established in 1899, the bank has a rich history of serving clients across the Gulf South, with a strong presence in Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. Operating within the banking and financial services industry, Hancock Whitney offers a diverse range of products, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and mortgage services. What sets them apart is their commitment to personalised service and community engagement, fostering long-term relationships with clients. With a reputation for stability and innovation, Hancock Whitney has achieved notable milestones, including recognition for its customer service excellence and community involvement. As a trusted partner in financial growth, Hancock Whitney continues to solidify its market position while adapting to the evolving needs of its clientele.
How does Hancock Whitney's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
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Hancock Whitney's score of 30 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
In 2023, Hancock Whitney reported total carbon emissions of approximately 16,156,000 kg CO2e, which includes 1,338,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and 14,817,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2 emissions. This marks a significant increase from 2022, where total emissions were about 15,805,000 kg CO2e, comprising 617,000 kg CO2e from Scope 1 and approximately 15,187,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2. The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a potential area for future reporting and improvement. Despite the increase in emissions, Hancock Whitney has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives, as evidenced by the absence of documented reduction targets or climate pledges. The emissions data is sourced directly from Hancock Whitney Corporation, with no cascaded data from a parent or related organization. The company continues to operate within the financial services sector in the US, where climate commitments are increasingly becoming a focus for stakeholders.
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| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 649,000 | 000,000 | 0,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | 14,727,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - |
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.
Hancock Whitney has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

