Essential Utilities (WTRG) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• Meeting commenced with a welcome and introduction by the Chairman and CEO, noting the virtual format and recording availability.

• Administrative details included the availability of prior meeting minutes and confirmation of proper notice to shareholders.

• Quorum was established with 84.7% of shares represented, allowing the meeting to proceed.

Board and executive committee updates

• Seven directors were nominated for election to serve until the 2027 annual meeting, with backgrounds detailed in the proxy.

Shareholder proposals

• Three proposals were presented: election of directors, advisory approval of executive compensation, and ratification of the independent auditor.

• Board recommended approval of all three proposals.