Ecolab (ECL) AGM 2025 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• The meeting was called to order by the CEO, with introductions of board members, executive committee, and external auditors present.

• Procedures for the virtual meeting, including voting and Q&A, were outlined for participants.

• The agenda and meeting procedures were made available on the virtual platform.

Board and executive committee updates

• Thirteen director nominees were elected for a one-year term ending at the 2026 annual meeting.

• Twelve directors were introduced as nominees for election, with backgrounds spanning major corporations and diverse industries.

• Acknowledgment was given to a retiring director for 15 years of service and significant committee contributions.

Shareholder proposals

• Four proposals were presented: election of 13 directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, ratification of auditors, and amendments to limit officer liability.

• Stockholders approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of named executive officers.

• Amendments to the restated certificate of incorporation were approved to limit the liability of certain officers as permitted by Delaware Law.