Birchtech (BCHT) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for July 23, 2026, to be held virtually, with voting on four key proposals.

• Record date for voting eligibility is June 10, 2026, with 26,305,966 shares outstanding.

• Shareholders can vote online, by phone, mail, or during the virtual meeting.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of four directors: Richard MacPherson, David M. Kaye, Troy Grant, and Mitzi H. Coogler.

• Ratification of Rosenberg Rich Baker Berman, P.A. as independent auditor for 2026.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation (say-on-pay).

• Amendment to reduce authorized common stock from 150,000,000 to 50,000,000 shares.

• Board recommends voting FOR all proposals.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of four members, with two independent directors per NYSE American rules.

• No standing nominating committee; board as a whole handles nominations.

• Majority Voting Policy requires directors to tender resignation if not elected by majority.

• Board held seven meetings in 2025, with 100% attendance.

• Written code of ethics and business conduct in place.