Duke Energy

Fifth Third Bank, National Association, a recognized leader in environmental sustainability, announced that it is partnering with the Cincinnati USA R.

In addition, the company is investing in major electric grid enhancements and energy storage, and exploring zero-emission power generation technologies such as hydrogen and advanced nuclear. “BLINK is known for its incredible collaborations with artists and creatives from here in the Cincinnati region and all over the globe. The four-day, 30 city block, outdoor art experience is sure to be unforgettable, uniting street art, projection mapping and light-based installations. Duke Energy is also looking to measure the actual footprint in 2022 to allow Fifth Third to true-up the offsets post-event. Fifth Third is among the largest money managers in the Midwest and, as of June 30, 2022, had $512 billion in assets under care, of which it managed $54 billion for individuals, corporations and not-for-profit organizations through its Trust and Registered Investment Advisory businesses. Our partnership with Fifth Third highlights the strides Cincinnati is making toward a sustainable future,” said Amy Spiller, president, Duke Energy Ohio and Kentucky. Its electric utilities serve 8.2 million customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky, and collectively own 50,000 megawatts of energy capacity. “Our purpose-driven culture and commitment to transition to a sustainable future is reflected in our involvement with BLINK,” said Tim Spence, president and CEO Fifth Third Bank. [BUSINESS WIRE](https://www.businesswire.com/))--Fifth Third Bank, National Association, a recognized leader in environmental sustainability, announced that it is partnering with the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber and Duke Energy to measure the carbon impact and provide the verified carbon offsets for the lighting installations at BLINK, Illuminated by ArtsWave, in Cincinnati. Fifth Third Bancorp is a diversified financial services company headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank, National Association, a federally chartered institution. The event is one of the nation’s largest outdoor light and art festivals known for its immersive exhibits and experiences and will return to Cincinnati Oct. Cincinnati-based Fifth Third has been focused on reducing its environmental footprint for over a decade and became carbon neutral for its own operations in 2020.