ICL Iberia Awarded 2022 Green Leaf Award by International Fertilizer Association

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ICL, a global leader in specialty minerals, has been awarded the 2022 Green Leaf Award by the International Fertilizer Association at its general meeting in Vienna. The award recognizes ICL Iberia's Suria plant in Spain for its exceptional safety, health, and environmental management practices. Out of 25 applicants, ICL was chosen for its efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance sustainability. ICL continues to focus on achieving sustainable mining practices, with a commitment to environmental responsibility and workplace safety.

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• ICL Iberia's Suria plant awarded the 2022 Green Leaf Award for excellence in safety and environment.
• Recognition from the International Fertilizer Association enhances ICL's reputation in sustainability.

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Recognition received at IFA’s general meeting in Vienna

TEL AVIV, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ICL (NYSE: ICL) (TASE: ICL), a leading global specialty minerals company, today announced ICL Iberia has been recognized by the International Fertilizer Association (IFA) and awarded its prestigious 2022 Green Leaf Award for excellence in safety, health and the environment (SHE). ICL Iberia’s Suria plant in Spain was selected out of 25 applicants in the phosphate/potash producer category, and its application included an environmental case study on actions taken to further reduce greenhouse gas emissions and specifics on overall SHE management for a fertilizer mining site.

“This award is a recognition of the great efforts made by the company and confirms we are on the right track, when it comes to sustainability,” said Patricio Chacana, SVP of ICL Iberia. “Achieving sustainable mining practices is an ambitious but attainable goal, and we look forward to continuing on this journey.”

“It is the right thing to do, and it makes sound business sense to reach for the highest standards of safety and health in the workplace and to protect the environment,” said Alzbeta Klein, CEO and director general of IFA. “Congratulations to the winners of the IFA Green Leaf Award 2022.”

Applicants for the award, all members of IFA, undergo an extensive evaluation of performance indicators by an independent panel of experts. IFA runs the award every two years and received a record 25 eligible applications for 2022.

About ICL

ICL Group is a leading global specialty minerals company, which also benefits from commodity upside. The company creates impactful solutions for humanity's sustainability challenges in the global food, agriculture and industrial markets. ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its passionate team of talented employees, and its strong focus on R&D and technological innovation, to drive growth across its end markets. ICL shares are dually listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs more than 12,000 people worldwide, and its 2021 revenues totaled approximately $7 billion.

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About the International Fertilizer Association

The International Fertilizer Association (IFA) was founded in 1927 and is the only global fertilizer association, with some 400 members in 70 countries and a mission to promote efficient and responsible production, distribution and use of plant nutrients. This mission plays a critical role in feeding the world sustainably. IFA represents providers of plant nutrition solutions. Members include fertilizer producers, traders and distributors, as well as their associations, service providers to the industry, research organizations, ag-tech startups and non-governmental organizations.

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Forward Looking Statements

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Forward-looking statements appear in this press release and include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the company’s intent, belief or current expectations. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to management. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements due to various factors, including, but not limited to: estimates, forecasts and statements as to management's expectations with respect to, among other things, business and financial prospects, financial multiples and accretion estimates, future trends, plans, strategies, positioning, objectives and expectations, general economic, market and business conditions, supply chain and logistics disruptions, the potential for new COVID-19 variants, global unrest and conflict, governmental and regulatory requirements and actions by governmental authorities, including changes in government policy, changes in environmental, tax and other laws or regulations and the interpretation thereof. As a result of the foregoing, readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements contained in this press release concerning the timing of the transaction, or other more specific risks and uncertainties facing ICL, such as those set forth in the “Risk Factors” section of its Annual Report on Form 20-F filed on February 23, 2022, as such risk factors may be updated from time to time in its Current Reports on Form 6-K and other filings ICL makes with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission from time to time.

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VP, Global Investor Relations

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FAQ

What award did ICL receive in 2022?

ICL received the 2022 Green Leaf Award from the International Fertilizer Association for excellence in safety, health, and environmental management.

Where was the IFA's general meeting held?

The IFA's general meeting was held in Vienna.

Which ICL plant was recognized for sustainability efforts?

ICL Iberia's Suria plant in Spain was recognized for its environmental case study and sustainability initiatives.

How many applications were submitted for the IFA Green Leaf Award?

A record 25 applications were submitted for the IFA Green Leaf Award in 2022.

Who is the CEO of the International Fertilizer Association?

Alzbeta Klein is the CEO and director general of the International Fertilizer Association.