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NYSE: TGEN TECOGEN INC. 8-K

Tecogen extends advisory agreement with John N. Hatsopoulos through March 2028

Filed April 8, 2026 · Period ending April 8, 2026 · ~1 min read

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    Tecogen extended its advisory agreement with John N. Hatsopoulos through March 31, 2028. The agreement, originally established in 2018 and previously amended in 2019 and 2023, continues advisory services for an undisclosed amount two more years.

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    The Board of Directors unanimously approved the extension on April 7, 2026, one day before the formal agreement date, indicating full board support for continuing the advisory relationship.

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Summary

Tecogen extended its advisory agreement with John N. Hatsopoulos for another two years through March 2028. This marks the third amendment to an agreement originally signed in 2018, with prior extensions in 2019 and 2023. The Board unanimously approved the extension, suggesting continued confidence in Hatsopoulos's advisory role. For retail investors, this is a routine governance matter with limited immediate impact.

The filing does not disclose compensation terms or specific advisory duties, making it difficult to assess the financial implications. The potential related-party nature of the agreement warrants attention, though the unanimous board approval suggests proper oversight.

Investors should watch for proxy statement disclosures that may provide details on compensation and the nature of Hatsopoulos's relationship with the company. Any future amendments or early termination of this agreement could signal changes in strategic direction or governance.

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Event · Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits

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Item 9.01 — Financial Statements and Exhibits filed; see Key Changes for terms.

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Letter Agreement dated April 8, 2026 extending the term of the Advisory Agreement between Tecogen Inc. and John N. Hatsopoulos.

Tecogen filed an 8-K to disclose a letter agreement extending the term of an existing advisory agreement with John N. Hatsopoulos. The filing does not provide details on the extension duration, compensation terms, or the nature of advisory services. This appears to be a routine contractual extension with a named advisor.

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