Plug Power (PLUG) sets special meeting on charter changes and share increase
Plug Power Inc. has called a virtual special meeting on January 29, 2026 for stockholders to vote on three charter changes. Proposal 1 would lower the voting threshold for certain future amendments, such as changes to authorized shares or reverse stock splits, to match Delaware’s Section 242(d)(2), so approval would be based on a majority of votes cast rather than a majority of all shares outstanding.
Proposal 2 would double authorized common stock from 1.5 billion to 3.0 billion shares. The company says it has less than 0.4% of authorized common stock left and must increase authorized shares by February 28, 2026 to honor warrants for 185,430,464 shares and $375.0 million of 6.75% convertible notes due 2033. If Proposal 2 fails, the board plans to use a previously approved reverse stock split instead. Proposal 3 would allow adjournment of the meeting to gather more proxies. The board unanimously recommends voting in favor of all three proposals.
Positive
- Increased flexibility to meet capital and contractual needs – The board states Proposal 2 is critical to satisfy contractual obligations tied to warrants for 185,430,464 shares and $375.0 million of 6.75% convertible notes due 2033, and to raise equity capital for operations and strategic purposes.
- Modernized voting standard for key charter changes – Proposal 1 would align charter voting thresholds with Delaware Section 242(d)(2), allowing certain future share-authorizing amendments and reverse stock splits to pass with a majority of votes cast instead of a majority of all shares outstanding.
Negative
- Significant potential dilution from larger share pool – Doubling authorized common stock from 1.5 billion to 3.0 billion shares would permit substantial future issuances, which the company notes could dilute earnings per share and voting power for existing stockholders.
- Reverse stock split remains the fallback if Proposal 2 fails – The company indicates that, absent approval of the authorized share increase, it will proceed with a previously approved reverse stock split to create additional capacity, a tool often associated with less favorable market perceptions.
Insights
Plug Power seeks easier charter votes and more shares to meet capital obligations.
Plug Power is asking stockholders to modernize its charter voting rules and to increase authorized common stock from 1.5 billion to 3.0 billion shares. Proposal 1 would let future increases or decreases in authorized shares and reverse stock splits be approved by a majority of votes cast, consistent with Delaware Section 242(d)(2), instead of a majority of all outstanding shares, which has been hard to achieve given low turnout.
Proposal 2 is tied to specific capital commitments: the company reports less than 0.4% of authorized common stock remains unissued and highlights contractual obligations by February 28, 2026 related to warrants for 185,430,464 shares and $375.0 million of 6.75% convertible senior notes due 2033. Approval would create room to satisfy these obligations, raise equity capital, and support strategic uses without repeated reverse stock splits.
The filing explains that if Proposal 2 fails, the board intends to use an already approved reverse stock split to free additional authorized shares, which can affect trading dynamics. Over time, the actual impact on existing holders will depend on how many of the newly authorized shares are issued, at what prices, and in what types of transactions, as well as the outcome of the January 29, 2026 vote on all three proposals.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )
125 Vista Boulevard
Slingerlands, NY 12159
Chief Executive Officer
Slingerlands, NY 12159
(518) 782-7700
Corporate Secretary
December 12, 2025
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT THE SPECIAL MEETING, THE PROXY MATERIALS, AND VOTING YOUR SHARES
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PROPOSAL 1 — APPROVAL OF THE AMENDMENT TO THE COMPANY’S CHARTER TO
ADJUST THE VOTING REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN FUTURE AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER TO ALIGN WITH SECTION 242(D)(2) OF THE DGCL |
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PROPOSAL 2 — APPROVAL TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF THE COMPANY’S AUTHORIZED SHARES OF COMMON STOCK FROM 1,500,000,000 TO 3,000,000,000
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PROPOSAL 3 — APPROVAL TO ADJOURN THE SPECIAL MEETING TO A LATER DATE OR DATES, IF NECESSARY OR APPROPRIATE, TO SOLICIT ADDITIONAL PROXIES
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RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AND TRANSACTIONS WITH RELATED PERSONS
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PRINCIPAL STOCKHOLDERS
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SUBMISSION OF STOCKHOLDER PROPOSALS OR DIRECTOR NOMINATIONS FOR 2026 ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS
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AVAILABLE INFORMATION
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OTHER MATTERS
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APPENDIX A
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125 Vista Boulevard
Slingerlands, NY 12159
(518) 782-7700
THE PROXY MATERIALS, AND VOTING YOUR SHARES
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Shares Beneficially Owned(2)
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Name and Address of Beneficial Owner(1)
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Number
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Percentage
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BlackRock, Inc.(3)
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Andrew J. Marsh
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Paul B. Middleton
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Gerard L. Conway, Jr.
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Dean C. Fullerton
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Colin M. Angle
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| | | | 100,843 | | | | | | * | | |
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Mark J. Bonney
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| | | | 200,448 | | | | | | * | | |
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Maureen O. Helmer
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| | | | 357,606 | | | | | | * | | |
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Patrick Joggerst
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| | | | 186,785 | | | | | | * | | |
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Gregory L. Kenausis
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| | | | 451,973 | | | | | | * | | |
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Kavita Mahtani
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| | | | 218,470 | | | | | | * | | |
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George C. McNamee(4)
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| | | | 1,121,027 | | | | | | * | | |
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Gary K. Willis
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| | | | 673,857 | | | | | | * | | |
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All current executive officers and directors as a group (14 persons)(5)
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| | | | 7,759,386 | | | | | | 0.56% | | |
OF
AMENDED AND RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION
OF
PLUG POWER INC
(Pursuant to Section 242
of the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware)
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Title:
FAQ
What will Plug Power (PLUG) stockholders vote on at the January 29, 2026 special meeting?
Stockholders will vote on three items: Proposal 1 to amend the charter so certain future amendments, such as changes to authorized shares and reverse stock splits, can be approved under the Delaware Section 242(d)(2) majority-of-votes-cast standard; Proposal 2 to increase authorized common stock from 1,500,000,000 to 3,000,000,000 shares; and Proposal 3 to allow adjournment of the meeting to solicit additional proxies if needed for Proposals 1 or 2.
Why does Plug Power (PLUG) want to double its authorized common shares to 3,000,000,000?
The company states it has less than 0.4% of its total authorized common shares still available for issuance. It also cites contractual obligations to increase authorized common stock by February 28, 2026 in connection with warrants for 185,430,464 shares issued on October 9, 2025 and $375.0 million of 6.75% convertible senior notes due 2033. Management views the increase as critical to satisfying these obligations, raising capital, funding operations, and supporting strategic transactions.
How would Proposal 1 change Plug Power’s (PLUG) charter voting requirements?
Currently, Plug Power’s charter requires the affirmative vote of a majority of all outstanding shares, with additional class votes, for amendments such as increasing authorized common stock. Proposal 1 would amend Article IV so that increases or decreases in authorized shares and reverse stock splits can be approved by a majority of votes cast, consistent with Delaware Section 242(d)(2), provided the company continues to meet national exchange listing requirements.
What happens if Plug Power (PLUG) stockholders do not approve Proposal 2 to increase authorized shares?
If Proposal 2 is not approved, the charter will not be amended to increase authorized common stock, and the company states it will effect a reverse stock split that was already approved at the 2025 annual meeting to effectively increase the number of authorized shares available for issuance.
How many Plug Power (PLUG) shares are currently outstanding and who can vote at the special meeting?
As of the record date of December 12, 2025, the company reports approximately 1,391,635,243 shares of common stock issued and outstanding, with each share entitled to one vote. Only holders of record of common stock at the close of business on that date may vote at the special meeting.
How can Plug Power (PLUG) stockholders attend and vote at the January 29, 2026 special meeting?
The special meeting will be held virtually via live audio webcast at www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/PLUG2026SM on January 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. Stockholders of record can vote in advance by Internet, telephone, or mail using the instructions on their proxy materials, or vote online during the meeting using their 16-digit control number. Beneficial owners holding shares in “street name” vote using instructions from their broker, bank, or nominee.
Why is Proposal 3 on adjournment included in Plug Power’s (PLUG) special meeting agenda?
Proposal 3 would authorize the adjournment or postponement of the special meeting to a later date if there are insufficient votes to approve Proposal 1 or Proposal 2. The company notes that only about 43% of outstanding shares were voted at the 2025 annual meeting and about 48% at the 2024 annual meeting, so additional time may be needed to solicit proxies given the majority-of-outstanding-shares standard required for Proposals 1 and 2.