Diversified Energy (DEC) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 6, 2026, with virtual attendance available for shareholders.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by May 5, 2026.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of five directors: David E. Johnson, Robert Russell Hutson, Jr., Kathryn Z. Klaber, Martin K. Thomas, and David J. Turner, Jr., all recommended by the board.

• Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.

• Advisory vote to approve executive compensation for Named Executive Officers.

• Advisory vote on the frequency of future say-on-pay votes, with the board recommending an annual vote.

• Provision for other business to be addressed as may properly come before the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board recommends all director nominees for election at the annual meeting.