Considering Our Environment

The natural environment of our footprint is what makes our communities so special. First Intestate is dedicated to preserving these places for all of us to enjoy.

At First Interstate, we continue to explore opportunities to be good environmental stewards in all the places we operate. While we are making progress with our initiatives, we know our efforts can and will grow. Our goal remains to continue offering a compelling level of service and community engagement while reducing our carbon footprint.

Building in Efficiency as We Grow

First Interstate continually seeks opportunities to reduce our carbon footprint. That includes finding ways to use square footage more efficiently to produce cost savings and be responsible in our operations practices. Smaller buildings and spaces require less energy, and in recent years, we have taken steps to increase occupancy levels where permitted, reducing overall square footage. Additionally, as facilities are remodeled or built, we are folding Energy Star standards and LEED principles into our design process and finished product.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Across our 14-state footprint, the opportunities to recycle certain materials are as diverse as the clients and communities we serve, so some variation in how each location carries out this effort is expected. Each First Interstate location is empowered to reduce, reuse, and recycle in ways that work with their community and their options. Our branches are making a difference by doing things like adopting sustainable products, working with “green” vendors, or hosting sustainability-focused events and activities, of which there were 164 across our footprint in 2023.

Efficient Digital Delivery

First Interstate has long encouraged the adoption of paperless practices — online banking, bill pay, and document delivery. Clients get the information they need and want at their fingertips, and we reduce the amount of paper used. It’s a win-win. Companywide, 57.3% of all statements were electronic by year-end 2023.

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At our core, First Interstate is a community bank. Our 2024 Corporate Responsibility Report illustrates how civic duty is at the heart of everything we do.

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