KeyCorp

Country
United States
Sector
Financial Services
Industry
Banks - Regional
Employees
17,105
Ticker
KEY
Exchange
NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE, INC.
Description
KeyCorp is a prominent bank holding company headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, operating primarily through its principal subsidiary, KeyBank National Association. As one of the United States’ largest b...

KeyCorp's GHG Emissions Data Preview

In 2024, KeyCorp completed a corporate carbon footprint assessment and publicly disclosed its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions according to the GHG Protocol, covering Scope 1 (direct emissions from owned or controlled sources), Scope 2 (indirect emissions from purchased energy) and Scope 3 (indirect emissions across the value chain).

KeyCorp has also provided a category-level breakdown for 8 out of 15 Scope 3 emissions categories, offering greater transparency into its value chain emissions.

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Market-Based
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Total Scope 3
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Total Scope 1 Revenue Intensity (tCO2e/$M)
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Verified Sources Behind KeyCorp’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Data

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a. KeyCorp's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024
a. KeyCorp's Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR) 2024
b. KeyCorp's ESG Report 2020
b. KeyCorp's ESG Report 2020

Insights into KeyCorp's Operational Emissions

In 2024, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of KeyCorp amounted to 35,502 metric tons of CO2 equivalent. This figure includes both direct emissions from owned or controlled sources (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). a

Compared to 2023, the total operational greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of KeyCorp decreased by 6.15%, showing that the company has made progress in taking action to reduce the climate impact of its operations. a

KeyCorp's Scope 1 Emissions Over Time

201820192020202120222023202404 k8 k12 k16 ktCO2e-8%-19%-1%+6%-14%-6%
  • Total Scope 1
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are KeyCorp's Scope 1 emissions?

In 2024, the total Scope 1 emissions of KeyCorp were 9,236 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Has KeyCorp reduced its Scope 1 emissions over time?

Since 2018, KeyCorp's Scope 1 emissions have decreased by 36.41%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 1 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), KeyCorp's Scope 1 emissions decreased by 5.78%, highlighting the company's efforts to lower direct emissions from assets it owns or controls. a

What are KeyCorp's Scope 2 emissions?

In 2024, KeyCorp reported Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 24,151 tCO₂e using the market-based method and 26,266 tCO₂e using the location-based method. a

Has KeyCorp reduced its Scope 2 emissions over time?

Since 2018, KeyCorp's Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions ( Location-Based) have decreased by 42.78%, reflecting a declining long-term trend in Scope 2 emissions over time. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), KeyCorp's Scope 2 emissions (Location-Based) have remained relatively stable, indicating that KeyCorp 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its energy consumption footprint. a

What methodology does KeyCorp use for Scope 2 reporting?

In 2024, KeyCorp reported its Scope 2 emissions using the market-based method and using the location-based method. a

KeyCorp's Scope 2 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220232024015 k30 k45 k60 ktCO2e
  • Total Scope 2 Location-Based
  • Total Scope 2 Market-Based

Insights into KeyCorp's Value Chain Emissions

In 2024, KeyCorp reported 57,652 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) of Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, representing indirect emissions across its upstream and downstream value chain. a

The 2024 disclosure of KeyCorp includes a breakdown across 8 of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol, matching the level of disclosure in 2023, demonstrating consistent Scope 3 emissions reporting coverage year over year. a

KeyCorp's Scope 3 Emissions Over Time

2018201920202021202220232024020 k40 k60 k80 ktCO2e+13%-5%+18%+13%-20%-5%
  • Total Scope 3
  • Year-over-Year Change

What are KeyCorp's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, KeyCorp reported total Scope 3 emissions of 57,652 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). a

Approximately 100% of these emissions originated from upstream activities such as purchased goods and capital goods, while 0% came from downstream activities like product use, distribution, and end-of-life treatment. a

Has KeyCorp reduced its Scope 3 emissions over time?

Since 2018, KeyCorp's Scope 3 emissions have remained relatively stable, indicating that KeyCorp 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a b

Compared to the previous year (2023), KeyCorp's Scope 3 emissions remained relatively stable, indicating that KeyCorp 's emissions have plateaued with no significant change in its value chain footprint. a

What categories of Scope 3 emissions does KeyCorp disclose?

In 2024, KeyCorp reported emissions for 8 out of the 15 Scope 3 categories defined by the GHG Protocol. a

This partial disclosure allows for some insight into the company's indirect impacts.

What are the main sources of KeyCorp's Scope 3 emissions?

In 2024, the largest contributors to KeyCorp's Scope 3 emissions were: a

  • Employee Commuting (Cat. 7): 21,040 tCO₂e (36.5%)
  • Business Travel (Cat. 6): 12,706 tCO₂e (22.04%)
  • Upstream Transportation and Distribution (Cat. 4): 8,549 tCO₂e (14.83%)

KeyCorp's Scope 3 Emissions by Categories

Employee Commuting(Cat. 7)(36.5%)UpstreamTransportation andDistribution(Cat. 4)(14.8%)Business Travel(Cat. 6)(22.0%)

Insights into KeyCorp’s GHG Emissions Intensity Compared to Industry Peers

In 2024, KeyCorp reported Scope 1 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of 9,236 tCO₂e and total revenues of USD 4,393 millions. This translates into an emissions intensity of 2.1 tCO₂e per millions USD. a

KeyCorp's Scope 1 Emissions Intensity Compared to Peers

202002,00010,000100,000Scope 1 Emissions (tCO2e)1005002,00010,00050,000Revenues (Millions of USD)Columbia Banking SystemYear: 2023Scope 1: 5,573 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,997Scope 1 Intensity: 2.79 tCO2e/$MHuntington BancsharesYear: 2023Scope 1: 16,331 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,360Scope 1 Intensity: 2.22 tCO2e/$MM&T BankYear: 2023Scope 1: 17,124 tCO2eRevenue: $M 9,398Scope 1 Intensity: 1.82 tCO2e/$MAssociated Banc-CorpYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,081 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,097Scope 1 Intensity: 3.72 tCO2e/$MFirst HorizonYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,710 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,096Scope 1 Intensity: 1.20 tCO2e/$MSynovus FinancialYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,240 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,980Scope 1 Intensity: 1.64 tCO2e/$MUS BancorpYear: 2022Scope 1: 38,206 tCO2eRevenue: $M 24,184Scope 1 Intensity: 1.58 tCO2e/$MUnited BanksharesYear: 2022Scope 1: 2,838 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,040Scope 1 Intensity: 2.73 tCO2e/$MBancorpYear: 2023Scope 1: 304 tCO2eRevenue: $M 466Scope 1 Intensity: 0.65 tCO2e/$MComericaYear: 2024Scope 1: 5,391 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,244Scope 1 Intensity: 1.66 tCO2e/$MWintrust FinancialYear: 2024Scope 1: 2,900 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,451Scope 1 Intensity: 1.18 tCO2e/$MCitizens Financial GroupYear: 2023Scope 1: 8,765 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,224Scope 1 Intensity: 1.07 tCO2e/$MTruist FinancialYear: 2024Scope 1: 13,382 tCO2eRevenue: $M 13,278Scope 1 Intensity: 1.01 tCO2e/$MAmalgamated FinancialYear: 2023Scope 1: 72 tCO2eRevenue: $M 286Scope 1 Intensity: 0.25 tCO2e/$MWebster FinancialYear: 2024Scope 1: 3,846 tCO2eRevenue: $M 2,579Scope 1 Intensity: 1.49 tCO2e/$MZions BancorporationYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,689 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,115Scope 1 Intensity: 0.54 tCO2e/$MRegions FinancialYear: 2023Scope 1: 6,027 tCO2eRevenue: $M 7,574Scope 1 Intensity: 0.80 tCO2e/$MFifth Third BancorpYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,449 tCO2eRevenue: $M 8,253Scope 1 Intensity: 1.14 tCO2e/$MPacific Premier BancorpYear: 2023Scope 1: 514 tCO2eRevenue: $M 409Scope 1 Intensity: 1.26 tCO2e/$MFirst Republic BankYear: 2021Scope 1: 3,000 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,960Scope 1 Intensity: 0.60 tCO2e/$MFlagstar FinancialYear: 2023Scope 1: 4,136 tCO2eRevenue: $M 3,633Scope 1 Intensity: 1.14 tCO2e/$MHancock WhitneyYear: 2023Scope 1: 1,338 tCO2eRevenue: $M 1,367Scope 1 Intensity: 0.98 tCO2e/$MPNC Financial Services GroupYear: 2022Scope 1: 32,100 tCO2eRevenue: $M 21,114Scope 1 Intensity: 1.52 tCO2e/$MKeyCorpYear: 2024Scope 1: 9,236 tCO2eRevenue: $M 4,393Scope 1 Intensity: 2.10 tCO2e/$M

How does KeyCorp's GHG emissions intensity compare to its peers?

In 2024, KeyCorp reported a Scope 1 emissions intensity of 2.1 tCO₂e per millions USD. Compared to the peer group median of 1.2 , this places the company above its industry benchmark, indicating it is less carbon-efficient than most competitors. a

Where does KeyCorp rank on GHG emissions intensity within its industry?

In 2024, KeyCorp ranked 20 out of 23 companies in its industry peer group, based on Scope 1 emissions intensity (measured in tCO₂e per millions USD). a

This places KeyCorp among the least efficient performers, with one of the highest emissions intensities in its sector. a

Insights into KeyCorp's Total Carbon Footprint

In 2024, KeyCorp reported a total carbon footprint of 93,154 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) across Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions. This represents a 5.43% decrease compared to 2023, indicating progress in reducing its overall greenhouse gas output. a

The largest contributor to KeyCorp's total carbon footprint was Scope 3 emissions, accounting for 61.89% of the company's total carbon footprint, followed by Scope 2 emissions at 28.2%. a

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