
Notice of Annual GeneralMeeting and Proxy Statement Cautionary Statements For Forward-Looking Information We have made statements in this Proxy Statement that are forward-looking and therefore are subject to risks and uncertainties.All statements in this document other than statements of historical fact are, or could be, “forward-looking statements” withinthe meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements may appear throughout this Proxy Statement, including the Proxy Summary, Compensation Discussion &Analysis and Governance of the Company — Sustainability. Words such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “intend,” “estimate,” “anticipate,”“believe,” “should,” “forecast,” “project” or “plan” and terms of similar meaning are also generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. However, the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. We caution that these statements are subject to numerous important risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, someof which are beyond our control, that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied bysuch forward-looking statements. A detailed discussion of risks related to our business is included in the section entitled “RiskFactors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the 2025 fiscal year filed with the SEC on November 14, 2025, as supplementedby any subsequently filed Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Shareholders, potential investors and others should consider these factors when evaluating the forward-looking statementsand should not place undue reliance on such statements. The forward-looking statements included in this Proxy Statement aremade only as of the date of this document, unless otherwise specified, and, except as required by law, we assume no obligation,and disclaim any obligation, to update such statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this ProxyStatement. Website Information This Proxy Statement includes several website addresses and references to additional materials found on those websites.These websites and materials are not incorporated by reference herein. Letter to Shareholders Dear Fellow Shareholders, We are pleased to report that Johnson Controls delivered strong results for shareholders in fiscalyear 2025, laying the foundation for continued momentum in 2026. Our continued strategicevolution has positioned Johnson Controls as a more focused and profitable company, set todeliver greater value for our customers, colleagues and shareholders. Ongoing Governance Enhancements and Talent Development The Board of Directors executed our CEO succession plan in fiscal year 2025, appointing JoakimWeidemanis as Johnson Controls’ new CEO. Joakim brings a proven track record in leadingglobal businesses, shaping product portfolios and leveraging technology. His focus on continuousimprovement, driven by putting the customer first and better enabling our frontline colleagues isalready energizing the organization, positioning Johnson Controls for the next phase of growth. As part of the CEO transition process, the Board determined it was appropriate to separate theCEO and Chairman roles, further elevating our corporate governance practices and adapting ourleadership model to best position Johnson Controls for long-term success. To support our next phase of growth, we appointed Todd Grabowski as the leader of our AmericasSegment, and Chris Scalia became Executive Vice President and Chief Human ResourcesOfficer. These appointments demonstrate our commitment to developing talent and bringing in theright leadership capability to strengthen our culture and accelerate growth. Capitalizing on a Solid Foundation with Increased Customer Focus We believe that Johnson Controls is well positioned with market-leading franchises, differentiatedfield talent and advanced technological capabilities. Sustained demand and record backlogunderscore the value our customers place in our solutions and the strength of our portfolio. We see significant potential ahead, starting with a sharper focus on the customer and building aculture of continuous improvement. Across the organization — from the factory floor to the salesteam — our customers’ evolving and growing requirements are at the heart of the Company’s initiatives to build an even stronger company that is more capable, focused and disciplined, executing with consistency and delivering for customers where it matters most. At the same time, the Company is developing and implementing its new proprietary business system — rooted in provenmethodologies like 80/20 and Lean, and augmented with the promise of digitization and artificial intelligence. These foundationalsteps will help Johnson Controls achieve market-leading performance as a faster growing and more profitable company. As this newbusiness system standardizes how the Company operates, we are confident Johnson Controls