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Birchtech Announces Results of Voting from Annual Meeting of Stockholders

Birchtech AGM results reinforce governance; authorized shares reduced to 50M

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    <p>Birchtech reported at its July 23, 2026 annual meeting that all four director nominees were elected, the auditor was ratified, executive compensation approved, and authorized shares reduced from 150 million to 50 million. This capital-structure tweak may lessen dilution risk and sharpen capital planning, with potential modest positive implications for BCHT&#039;s equity profile in coming quarters.</p>
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    <ul><li>Birchtech&#039;s 2026 AGM elected all four nominees. No other board changes were disclosed.</li><li>Stockholders approved auditor appointment, executive compensation, and reduced authorized shares.</li><li>Amendment reduces authorized common shares from 150M to 50M.</li><li>Board continuity may support strategic execution and dilution risk mitigation.</li><li>No revenue or earnings data in release; governance focus.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li><strong>Birchtech Corp. (BCHT)</strong>: Board results and capital-structure changes may impact BCHT&#039;s valuation.</li><li><strong>Rosenberg Rich Baker Berman, P.A. (N/A)</strong>: Independent auditor reappointment supports continuity in financial reporting.</li></ul>
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    <p>Birchtech press release falls under Corporate Developments, detailing governance actions and a capital-structure change that can influence dilution risk and investor perception.</p>
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    <ul><li>Authorized-share reduction could limit future dilution and improve cap table visibility.</li><li>Board stability may support clearer strategic execution and investor confidence.</li><li>Absence of earnings data means reaction hinges on capital-structure news.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li>Date: AGM held July 23, 2026; results released Aug 7, 2026.</li><li>Board: four nominees elected to Birchtech board.</li><li>Auditor: Rosenberg Rich Baker Berman, P.A. reappointed.</li><li>Authorized shares reduced: 150M to 50M.</li><li>Executive compensation approved on advisory basis.</li></ul>
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    <p>Neutral near-term; the lower authorized-share count could reduce dilution potential and cap future equity raises.</p>
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    <h2>Birchtech Announces Voting Results from Annual Meeting of Stockholders</h2>
    <p>Corsicana, Texas, Aug. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Birchtech Corp. (NYSE:BCHT) (TSX:BCHT) ("Birchtech" or the "Company"), a leader in specialty activated carbon technologies for sustainable air and water treatment, today reported the voting results from its Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on July 23, 2026 (the "2026 Annual Meeting").</p>
    <p>The company’s leadership noted that the results reflect the outcome of the stockholders' voting on board leadership and key corporate actions. The information below summarizes the formal results as disclosed by the Company.</p>
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    <h3>Board of Directors Election Results</h3>
    <p>Each of the four nominees listed in the Company’s proxy statement dated June 24, 2026 for election to the Board were duly elected directors of the Company. The voting results were as follows:</p>
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      <li><strong>Richard MacPherson</strong> — <strong>10,249,226</strong> votes for, <strong>92.53%</strong> for; <strong>827,493</strong> votes withheld, <strong>7.47%</strong>.</li>
      <li><strong>David M. Kaye</strong> — <strong>9,122,382</strong> votes for, <strong>82.36%</strong> for; <strong>1,954,337</strong> votes withheld, <strong>17.64%</strong>.</li>
      <li><strong>Troy Grant</strong> — <strong>9,114,871</strong> votes for, <strong>82.29%</strong> for; <strong>1,961,848</strong> votes withheld, <strong>17.71%</strong>.</li>
      <li><strong>Mitzi H. Coogler</strong> — <strong>9,738,927</strong> votes for, <strong>87.92%</strong> for; <strong>1,337,792</strong> votes withheld, <strong>12.08%</strong>.</li>
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    <h3>Other Actions Approved at the 2026 Annual Meeting</h3>
    <p>In addition, at the 2026 Annual Meeting, the stockholders (i) approved the ratification of the appointment of Rosenberg Rich Baker Berman, P.A. as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the year ending December 31, 2026, (ii) approved, on an advisory non-binding basis, the compensation paid of the named executive officers, and (iii) approved a proposal to amend the Company’s certificate of incorporation to decrease the number of authorized shares of the Company’s common stock from 150,000,000 shares to 50,000,000 shares.</p>
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    <h3>About Birchtech Corp.</h3>
    <p>Birchtech Corp. (NYSE:BCHT) (TSX:BCHT) is a leader in specialty activated carbon technologies, delivering innovative solutions for air and water purification to support a cleaner, more sustainable future.</p>
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Birchtech reported at its July 23, 2026 annual meeting that all four director nominees were elected, the auditor was ratified, executive compensation approved, and authorized shares reduced from 150 million to 50 million. This capital-structure tweak may lessen dilution risk and sharpen capital planning, with potential modest positive implications for BCHT's equity profile in coming quarters.

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