EX-10.1 - OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT WITH ENERGY RECOVERY, INC
Energy Recovery, Inc.
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Exhibit 10.1
June 5, 2026
Mr. Alex Buehler
Via email
Re: Offer of Employment with Energy Recovery, Inc.
Dear Alex:
We are pleased to offer you a full-time position with Energy Recovery, Inc. (the “Company”) as Interim President and Chief Executive Officer (the “Interim CEO”), reporting to the Board of Directors. This role will be remote, with regular travel to the Company’s headquarters in San Leandro, California, and to other locations as required, and is subject to the following terms and conditions.
Start Date and Salary. This letter memorializes your appointment as Interim CEO, effective May 26, 2026. In connection with your role, you will receive a bi-weekly salary of $24,807.70 per pay period (annualized $645,000), less deductions authorized or required by law, which will be paid bi-weekly in accordance with the Company’s standard payroll procedures. It is expected that your service as Interim CEO will continue until the appointment of a permanent Chief Executive Officer, unless earlier terminated.
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