Financial Services
Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (HBAN)
Data as of July 13, 2026
Environment story
Huntington discloses an Environmental Policy Statement and Climate Risk Statement but does not provide quantified Scope 1, Scope 2, or Scope 3 emissions data in available filings. No verifiable net-zero target date or renewable energy percentage disclosed. As a financial services holding company, direct operational emissions are limited; however, lack of comprehensive climate disclosure and absence of clearly articulated decarbonization targets result in a moderate environmental score. No major environmental controversies identified in source documents.
Criticisms on file
No material criticisms on file for this pillar.
Disclosed initiatives
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Environmental Policy StatementHuntington has adopted and disclosed an Environmental Policy Statement available on its investor relations website.
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Climate Risk StatementHuntington has adopted and disclosed a Climate Risk Statement available on its investor relations website.
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PCAF MembershipHuntington is a member of the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), an industry coalition developing standards for financed emissions accounting.Indicates engagement with supply-chain carbon measurement framework relevant to financial institutions.
Social story
Huntington discloses a CEO-to-median-worker pay ratio of 135:1, which falls below the 200:1 threshold. Board and leadership diversity is stated at approximately 47% women and 27% underrepresented groups among directors and officers. The company maintains a Human Rights Statement and Service Provider Code of Conduct. EEO-1 data disclosure and pay equity commitment are documented. No active union suppression activities or major strikes documented in the 24-month period. No supply-chain human-rights hazards identified in available documents. Overall social score reflects moderate performance on labor relations and diversity metrics.
Criticisms on file
No material criticisms on file for this pillar.
Disclosed initiatives
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Human Rights StatementHuntington has published a Human Rights Statement addressing forced labor, modern slavery, and labor rights.
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Service Provider Code of ConductHuntington has established a Service Provider Code of Conduct governing third-party labor practices.
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EEO-1 Data DisclosureHuntington discloses EEO-1 employment data on its website.Demonstrates transparency on workforce composition across job categories and demographics.
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Pay Equity CommitmentHuntington has disclosed pay equity analysis within its Corporate Responsibility Report.
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Supplier Diversity ProgramHuntington operates a supplier diversity program supporting diverse-owned businesses.
Governance story
Huntington maintains strong governance structures: 80% board independence (12 of 15 directors), all Audit Committee, HRCC, and NCG Committee members are independent, combined Chairman/CEO with independent Lead Director (David L. Porteous) since 2007. Single-class common stock structure with one share, one vote. No poison pill or dual-class voting. Board meets 17 times annually with 97.9% average attendance. Annual director election with majority-vote standard. No active litigation regarding antitrust, financial fraud, or significant consumer-safety proceedings disclosed in source documents. Political spending disclosed; HBI-PAC operates with bipartisan approach. No evidence of lobbying designed to weaken climate or consumer-protection regulation in available documents.
Criticisms on file
No material criticisms on file for this pillar.
Disclosed initiatives
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Independent Lead Director RoleDavid L. Porteous serves as independent Lead Director with clearly defined authority and duties, established since 2007. Role counterbalances combined Chairman/CEO structure.Provides independent oversight and leadership; typical duration of role reflects Board confidence in structure.
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Board Evaluation and RefreshmentAnnual rigorous board evaluation process including board-level, committee-level, and one-on-one assessments; periodic use of third-party evaluators. Average director tenure 8.0 years; average age 65 years; mandatory retirement age 75.Ensures continuous board effectiveness and appropriate mix of experience and fresh perspectives.
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Risk Appetite FrameworkBoard has established an aggregate moderate-to-low risk appetite for the enterprise with key risks overseen by dedicated Board committees.Provides structured risk governance aligned with regulatory expectations for large financial institutions.
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Council of Institutional Investors MembershipHuntington is a member of the Council of Institutional Investors, an organization promoting best practices in corporate governance.
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Government Relations OversightAll political activities managed by Government Relations department reporting to Chief Public Affairs Officer, with NCG Committee oversight. HBI-PAC operates bipartisan with publicly disclosed contributions.Ensures compliance with campaign finance laws and alignment with company governance policies.
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