Fifth Third Bank is making strides in clean energy by launching its first hyper-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers at a banking center. The bank is installing six state-of-the-art charging stations at its eTown location in Jacksonville, Florida, designed to serve both current EV owners and those considering making the switch. Through a partnership with Electrify America, the largest open hyper-fast charging network in the U.S., EV drivers will have access to the new eTown station and can manage their fast-charging plans using Electrify America’s top-rated mobile app. The eTown station is part of Electrify America’s extensive network, which includes over 1,000 stations and more than 4,400 chargers across the U.S. and Canada.
Along with the six hyper-fast chargers, Fifth Third operates 72 additional EV charging ports across its locations. The bank is also committed to expanding its solar energy capacity, with plans to power more than 25 of its branches with solar energy, including the eTown location. Fifth Third intends to double that number in the coming year. The bank continues to open new branches across the Southeast, in states like North and South Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida.
The eTown Banking Center is a model for sustainability, occupying just 1,900 square feet. The redesigned space merges digital banking with personalized in-person services, including consultations on college savings, mortgages, and retirement plans. The branch’s layout features a compact, modular design, with flexible meeting and seating areas that allow for adjustable privacy levels.
“We’re excited to offer the convenience of rapid charging at eTown, meeting the needs of our electric vehicle-driving customers,” said Thomas Neltner, director of enterprise workplace services and chief security officer for Fifth Third.
Since 2019, Fifth Third has been purchasing 100% renewable energy, starting with a virtual power purchase agreement for the 80 MW Aulander Holloman solar facility in North Carolina. In 2023, the facility produced more than 190,000 megawatt-hours of solar power—enough to power over 25,000 homes or offset the emissions of more than 29,000 gas-powered vehicles.
As part of its commitment to transparency, Fifth Third shares its sustainability data in its 2023 Sustainability Report, which aligns with industry standards such as the GRI Index, SASB standards, and Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics.
