The Board of AGL Energy Limited (AGL) today announced the withdrawal of Resolution 4 from the Notice of 2018 Annual General Meeting. The resolution relates to the grant of performance rights under AGL’s Long Term Incentive Plan to Andy Vesey.

The withdrawal of Resolution 4 will not affect the validity of the proxy form attached to the Notice of 2018 Annual General Meeting or any proxy votes already submitted.

The Board’s decision follows AGL’s announcement today that Andy Vesey has stepped down as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of AGL.

About AGL

AGL is committed to helping shape a sustainable energy future for Australia. We operate the country’s largest electricity generation portfolio, we’re its largest ASX-listed investor in renewable energy, and we have 3.6 million customer accounts. Proudly Australian, with more than 180 years of experience, we have a responsibility to provide sustainable, secure and affordable energy for our customers. Our aim is to prosper in a carbon-constrained world and build customer advocacy as our industry transforms. That’s why we have committed to exiting our coal-fired generation by 2050 and why we will continue to develop innovative solutions for our customers.