Ecolab Annual Meeting Results Announced

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Ecolab Inc. announced the election of twelve director nominees for a one-year term, approval of executive officers' compensation, and ratification of an accounting firm at its annual meeting. A stockholder proposal on an independent board chair policy was not approved. The final vote tabulation will be reported to the SEC.

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ecolab Inc. announced today at its annual meeting of stockholders that the slate of twelve director nominees named in the company’s proxy statement was elected for a one-year term ending at its annual meeting of stockholders in May 2025.

In other business during today’s meeting, stockholders approved on an advisory basis the compensation of the named executive officers disclosed in the company’s proxy statement and ratified the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as Ecolab's independent registered public accounting firm for 2024.

Also at the meeting, a stockholder proposal regarding an independent board chair policy was not approved.

The final vote tabulation on all matters voted upon during today’s meeting will be reported to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on a current report on Form 8-K and such report will be made available on the company’s website, www.investor.ecolab.com.

About Ecolab

A trusted partner for millions of customers, Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, Ecolab has annual sales of $15 billion, employs more than 48,000 associates and operates in more than 170 countries around the world. The company delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use. Ecolab’s innovative solutions improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets. www.ecolab.com

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Investor Contacts:

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Cairn Clark

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Source: Ecolab Inc.

FAQ

Who were elected as director nominees at Ecolab's annual meeting?

Twelve director nominees were elected for a one-year term.

What was approved by stockholders on an advisory basis during the meeting?

Stockholders approved the compensation of the named executive officers.

Which accounting firm was ratified as Ecolab's independent registered public accounting firm for 2024?

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP was ratified as Ecolab's accounting firm.

Was the stockholder proposal regarding an independent board chair policy approved?

No, the stockholder proposal was not approved.

Where will the final vote tabulation be reported?

The final vote tabulation will be reported to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 8-K and on the company's website.