Essential Utilities (WTRG) Proxy Filing summary

Executive summary

• Annual meeting scheduled for May 7, 2025, with virtual participation available for shareholders.

• Shareholders are encouraged to review proxy materials and vote by May 6, 2025, or May 4, 2025, for plan shares.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of seven director nominees is on the agenda, with board recommendations provided for each.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation for 2024 is included.

• Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year 2025 is proposed.

• Additional business may be transacted as appropriate during the meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Seven individuals are nominated for election to the board, including Elizabeth B. Amato, Christopher L. Bruner, David A. Ciesinski, Christopher H. Franklin, Daniel J. Hilferty, W. Bryan Lewis, and Tamara L. Linde.