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July 28, 2025 EX-5.3

July 28, 2025

EX-5.3 Exhibit 5.3 July 28, 2025 Acuity Inc. ABL IP Holding LLC 1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200 Atlanta, Georgia 30309 Re: Post-Effective Amendment to Registration Statement Ladies and Gentlemen: I am General Counsel of Acuity Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), and its subsidiary ABL IP Holding LLC, a Georgia limited liability company (“ABL IP”). The Company, ABL IP and certain

July 28, 2025 POSASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2025

POSASR Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 28, 2025 Registration No.

July 28, 2025 EX-4.10

ACUITY INC. Dated as of July 28, 2025 U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee

EX-4.10 Exhibit 4.10 ACUITY INC. INDENTURE Dated as of July 28, 2025 U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Trustee TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS AND OTHER PROVISIONS OF GENERAL APPLICATION SECTION 1.01. DEFINITIONS 7 SECTION 1.02. COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATES AND OPINIONS 13 SECTION 1.03. FORM OF DOCUMENTS DELIVERED TO TRUSTEE 14 SECTION 1.04. ACTS OF HOLDERS 15 SECTION 1.05.

July 28, 2025 EX-FILING FEES

Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Acuity Inc. Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. Acuity Intelligent Spaces Inc. QSC, LLC ABL IP Holding LLC (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securi

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) Acuity Inc. Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. Acuity Intelligent Spaces Inc. QSC, LLC ABL IP Holding LLC (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Table 1: Newly Registered and Carry Forward Securities Security Type Security Class Title Fee Calculation or Carry Forward Rule Amount Registered(1) Proposed Maximum Offering Pric

July 28, 2025 EX-25.6

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE

EX-25.6 Exhibit 25.6 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charte

June 26, 2025 EX-10.D

Amended and Restated Acuity Inc. 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan.

Exhibit 10(d) AMENDED AND RESTATED ACUITY INC. 2012 OMNIBUS STOCK INCENTIVE COMPENSATION PLAN ARTICLE I. ESTABLISHMENT; HISTORY; PURPOSES; AND DURATION 1.1. Establishment and History of the Plan. Acuity Inc. (the “Company”) adopted the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan (the “2012 Plan”). It became effective as of January 4, 2013, the stockholder approval date. The

June 26, 2025 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered b

June 26, 2025 EX-10.E

Acuity Inc. Short-Term Incentive Plan, as Amended and Restated Effective as of March 26, 2025.

Exhibit 10(e) ACUITY INC. SHORT-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN As Amended and Restated Effective as of March 26, 2025 1.Establishment and Effective Date of Plan Acuity Inc. hereby adopts this amendment, restatement, and renaming of the Acuity Inc. Short-Term Incentive Plan (formerly known as the Acuity Brands, Inc. Short-Term Incentive Plan) (the “Plan”). The Plan is intended to provide annual cash Incentive

June 26, 2025 EX-99.1

Acuity Reports Fiscal 2025 Third-Quarter Results Strong Performance Delivers Sales Growth in Both Lighting and Intelligent Spaces

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Senior Vice President, Corporate Marketing and Communications [email protected] Acuity Reports Fiscal 2025 Third-Quarter Results Strong Performance Delivers Sales Growth in Both Lighting and Intelligent

June 26, 2025 EX-10.A

Acuity Inc. 2005 Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan, as amended and restated effective as of March 26, 2025.

Exhibit 10(a) ACUITY INC. 2005 SUPPLEMENTAL DEFERRED SAVINGS PLAN (As Amended and Restated effective March 26, 2025) ARTICLE I INTRODUCTION AND ESTABLISHMENT Effective as of November 30, 2001, Acuity Inc. (“Company”) established the Acuity Brands, Inc. Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan (“Prior Plan”) for the benefit of eligible management and highly compensated employees of the Company and its Su

June 26, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2025. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2025. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file number 0

June 26, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 26, 2025 ACUITY INC. (Exact

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 26, 2025 ACUITY INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commissi

June 26, 2025 EX-10.C

Acuity Inc. Matching Gift Program.

Exhibit 10(c) MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM A.PURPOSE Acuity Inc. (the “Corporation”) has for many years made contributions to philanthropic organizations. The matching gift program described below has been developed to afford the directors of the Corporation and senior management of Acuity, on a voluntary basis, an opportunity to direct a portion of the Corporation’s philanthropic giving to organizations

June 26, 2025 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covere

June 26, 2025 EX-10.B

Acuity Inc. 2011 Nonemployee Director Deferred Compensation Plan, (Amended and Restated Effective as of March 26, 2025).

Exhibit 10(b) ACUITY INC. 2011 NONEMPLOYEE DIRECTOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (Amended and Restated, Effective as of March 26, 2025) 1. Establishment, History and Purpose. 1.1 Establishment and History of the Plan. Acuity Inc., a Delaware corporation, (the "Corporation") adopted the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2011 Nonemployee Director Deferred Compensation Plan (the "2011 Plan"), which became effective

June 26, 2025 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2025, as filed with the Securities and Exchange

June 26, 2025 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2025, as filed with the Securities and Exchange

June 25, 2025 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 19

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2024 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF

May 29, 2025 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form.

Exhibit 1.01 Acuity Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For Calendar Year Ended December 31, 2024 This Conflict Minerals Report of Acuity Inc. ("Acuity" the "Company," "we," or "us") for the year ended December 31, 2024 is filed to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Rule") related to conflict minerals. Conflict minerals are defined by the Securities and Exchange Commi

May 29, 2025 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organ

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) 1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) Karen J. Ho

April 3, 2025 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered b

April 3, 2025 EX-10.D

Acuity Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (rTSR Performance Award).

Exhibit 10(d) /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY INC. (previously known as Acuity Brands, Inc.) Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (rTSR Performance Award) Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Target Award Amount: Maximum Award Amount: Performance Period Service Period: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantN

April 3, 2025 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 28, 2025, as filed with the Securities and Exc

April 3, 2025 EX-22

List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities.

Exhibit 22 List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities Acuity Brands Lighting Inc., a Delaware corporation, is the issuer of the 2.150% Notes due 2030, that are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Acuity Inc. (the “Company”) and the following subsidiary of the Company. Subsidiary Name State or Country of Incorporation or Formation ABL IP Holding LLC Georgia

April 3, 2025 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 28, 2025, as filed with the Securities and Exc

April 3, 2025 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 3, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (

April 3, 2025 EX-99.1

Acuity Reports Fiscal 2025 Second-Quarter Results Steady Performance Delivers Sales Growth and EPS Expansion

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Reports Fiscal 2025 Second-Quarter Results Steady Performance Delivers Sales Growth and EPS Expansion ■Delivered Net Sales of $1B, an Inc

April 3, 2025 EX-10.C

Acuity Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (ROIC Performance Award).

Exhibit 10(c) /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY INC. (previously known as Acuity Brands, Inc.) Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (ROIC Performance Award) Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Target Award Amount: Maximum Award Amount: Performance Period Service Period: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantN

April 3, 2025 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covere

April 3, 2025 EX-10.E

Acuity Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Restricted Stock Unit Notification and Award Agreement.

Exhibit 10(e) /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY INC. (previously known as Acuity Brands, Inc.) Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Restricted Stock Unit Notification and Award Agreement Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Award Amount: Vest Schedule: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantName$/ /$GrantType$/ /$GrantID$/ /$GrantDate$/ /$AwardsGranted$/ /$Ves

April 3, 2025 EX-10.A

Acuity Brands, Inc. Non-Employee Director Compensation Schedule.

Exhibit 10(a) Acuity Inc. Non-Employee Director Compensation (As of January 22, 2025) Annual Retainer Cash Portion $105,000 Non-Cash Portion $175,000 Annual Committee Chair and Lead Director Retainers Audit Committee $25,000 Compensation and Management Development Committee $20,000 Governance Committee $15,000 Lead Director $35,000 Additional Meeting Fees Board Meeting Fee (for each meeting attend

April 3, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2025. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2025. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

April 3, 2025 EX-10.B

First Amendment to the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2005 Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan, Amended and Restated effective March 30, 2023.

Exhibit 10(b) FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE ACUITY BRANDS, INC. 2005 SUPPLEMENTAL DEFERRED SAVINGS PLAN, AS AMENDED AND RESTATED This First Amendment to the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2005 Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan, as amended and restated effective as of March 30, 2023 (the “Plan”), is adopted by Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) as follows: WHEREAS, the Company has the power pursuant to Section 8.1

March 12, 2025 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 11, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

March 12, 2025 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acuity Brands, Inc., effective as of March 26, 2025.

Exhibit 3.3 ACUITY INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS Amended and Restated as of March 26, 2025 ARTICLE I. STOCKHOLDERS Section 1. Annual Meetings, Proposals and Nominations. (a) An annual meeting of the stockholders, for (i) the election of directors to succeed those whose terms expire and (ii) the transaction of such other business, each as shall properly come before the meeting pursuant to the pr

March 12, 2025 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acuity Brands, Inc., effective as of March 26, 2025 (redlined for amendments effective as of March 26, 2025).

Exhibit 3.2 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS Amended and Restated as of January 25March 26, 20242025 ARTICLE I. STOCKHOLDERS Section 1. Annual Meetings, Proposals and Nominations. (a) An annual meeting of the stockholders, for (i) the election of directors to succeed those whose terms expire and (ii) the transaction of such other business, each as shall properly come before the meet

March 12, 2025 EX-3.1

Certificate of Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acuity Inc., effective as of March 26, 2025.

Exhibit 3.1 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”), a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “DGCL”), does hereby certify as follows: FIRST: The name of the Corporation is Acuity Brands, Inc. SECOND: The Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the C

March 12, 2025 EX-99.1

Acuity Positioned for Growth and Compounding Value Rebrands and Introduces New Corporate Identity

Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Senior Vice President, Corporate Marketing and Communications [email protected] Acuity Positioned for Growth and Compounding Value Rebrands and Introduces New Corporate Identity ATLANTA, March 12, 2025 - Acuity Brands

February 13, 2025 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

January 24, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 22, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, I

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 22, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

January 8, 2025 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2024, as filed with the Securities

January 8, 2025 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 8, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, IN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 8, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

January 8, 2025 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2024, as filed with the Securities

January 8, 2025 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

January 8, 2025 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

January 8, 2025 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the perio

January 8, 2025 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2025 First-Quarter Results Solid Execution Delivers Sales Growth and EPS Expansion; Post-Quarter Completed QSC Acquisition

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2025 First-Quarter Results Solid Execution Delivers Sales Growth and EPS Expansion; Post-Quarter Completed QS

January 6, 2025 8-K

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 1, 2025 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

December 12, 2024 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defin

December 12, 2024 DEF 14A

DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☑Definiti

November 27, 2024 EX-10.1

Amendment No. 1 to Credit Agreement, dated as of November 25, 2024, by and among Acuity Brands, Inc., Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, and the lenders party thereto.

Exhibit 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION AMENDMENT NO. 1 dated as of November 25, 2024 to CREDIT AGREEMENT dated as of June 30, 2022 THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CREDIT AGREEMENT (this “Amendment”) is made as of November 25, 2024 by and among ACUITY BRANDS, INC., a Delaware corporation (the “Company”), ACUITY BRANDS LIGHTING, INC., a Delaware corporation (“ABL”), the financial institutions listed on the signatur

November 27, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 25, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 25, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

October 28, 2024 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(A) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the year ended August 31, 2024, as filed with the Securities and Exc

October 28, 2024 EX-4.B

Description of Securities.

Exhibit 4(b) DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT'S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 As of October 28, 2024, Acuity Brands, Inc.

October 28, 2024 EX-24

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints Neil M.

October 28, 2024 EX-21

List of Subsidiaries.

Exhibit 21 List of Subsidiaries Acuity Brands, Inc. As of August 31, 2024 Subsidiary or Affiliate Principal Location State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization A to Z Manufacturing LLC Tucson, Arizona Arizona AB Netherlands Holdings B.V. Netherlands Netherlands ABL IP Holding LLC Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Acuity Aviation LLC Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Acuity Brands Insurance (Bermud

October 28, 2024 EX-10.IIIA(43)

to Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. Severance Agreement between Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. and Karen J. Holcom.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(43) AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS AMENDMENT, made and entered into as of October 24, 2024, by and between ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (the “Company”) and Karen J. Holcom (“Executive”). W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc. and Executive entered into a Severance Agreement, dated March 28, 2018, and amended as of May 28, 2019, August 20, 2019, and October 2

October 28, 2024 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(B) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the year ended August 31, 2024, as filed with the Securities and Exc

October 28, 2024 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(A) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period cove

October 28, 2024 EX-19

Insider Trading Policy.

Exhibit 19 Acuity Insider Trading Policy This Policy concerns the handling of material non-public information relating to Acuity Brands, Inc.

October 28, 2024 EX-22

List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities.

Exhibit 22 List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is the issuer of the 2.150% Notes due 2030, that are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) and the following subsidiary of the Company. Subsidiary Name State or Country of Incorporation or Formation ABL IP Holding LLC Georgia

October 28, 2024 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURS

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact na

October 28, 2024 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(B) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

October 24, 2024 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 24, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

October 24, 2024 EX-99.1

Acuity Announces Agreement to Acquire QSC, LLC Expanding Intelligent Spaces Addressable Market into Cloud-Manageable Audio, Video & Control Platform with Broad Applications

Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Announces Agreement to Acquire QSC, LLC Expanding Intelligent Spaces Addressable Market into Cloud-Manageable Audio, Video & Control Platform wit

October 1, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 1, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

October 1, 2024 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Strong Execution in the Fourth-Quarter Delivered Net Sales Growth, Margin Expansion, and Higher EPS with Significant Cash Flow Generation

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Strong Execution in the Fourth-Quarter Delivered Net Sales Growth,

June 27, 2024 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2024, as filed with the Securities and

June 27, 2024 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2024, as filed with the Securities and

June 27, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file number 0

June 27, 2024 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 Third-Quarter Results Solid Execution Delivers Operating Margin Expansion, EPS Growth and Strong Operating Cash Flow

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 Third-Quarter Results Solid Execution Delivers Operating Margin Expansion, EPS Growth and Strong Operati

June 27, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 27, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (

June 27, 2024 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

June 27, 2024 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the perio

June 26, 2024 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 19

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2023 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF

May 29, 2024 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form.

Exhibit 1.01 Acuity Brands, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For Calendar Year Ended December 31, 2023 This Conflict Minerals Report of Acuity Brands, Inc. ("Acuity Brands," the "Company," "we," or "us") for the year ended December 31, 2023 is filed to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Rule") related to conflict minerals. Conflict minerals are defined by the Secur

May 29, 2024 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) 1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia 30309 (Address of principal executive offices) Kar

April 3, 2024 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 29, 2024, as filed with the Securities

April 3, 2024 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the perio

April 3, 2024 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 29, 2024, as filed with the Securities

April 3, 2024 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 Second-Quarter Results Solid Execution Continues Delivering Margin Expansion and EPS Growth

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 Second-Quarter Results Solid Execution Continues Delivering Margin Expansion and EPS Growth ■Delivered N

April 3, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 29, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 29, 2024. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

April 3, 2024 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

April 3, 2024 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 3, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 3, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (

February 13, 2024 SC 13G/A

AYI / Acuity Brands, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 17)* Name of issuer: Acuity Brands Inc Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 00508Y102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 29, 2023 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ 

January 26, 2024 EX-3.2

Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acuity Brands, Inc., dated as of January 25, 2024.

Exhibit 3.2 RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Acuity Brands, Inc., a Delaware corporation (the “Corporation”), hereby certifies as follows: 1. The name of the Corporation is Acuity Brands, Inc. The date of filing of its original Certificate of Incorporation with the Secretary of State was September 20, 2007, under the name of Acuity Brands Holdings, Inc. 2. This Restated

January 26, 2024 EX-3.4

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acuity Brands, Inc., dated as of January 25, 2024.

Exhibit 3.4 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BYLAWS Amended and Restated as of January 25, 2024 Article I.STOCKHOLDERS Section 1.Annual Meetings, Proposals and Nominations. (a)An annual meeting of the stockholders, for (i) the election of directors to succeed those whose terms expire and (ii) the transaction of such other business, each as shall properly come before the meeting pursuant to

January 26, 2024 EX-3.1

Certificate of Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Acuity Brands, Inc., dated as of January 25, 2024.

Exhibit 3.1 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT TO THE RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”), a corporation organized and existing under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware (the “DGCL”), does hereby certify as follows: 1.This Certificate of Amendment (the “Certificate of Amendment”) amends the provisions of the Corporation’s Rest

January 26, 2024 EX-3.3

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Acuity Brands, Inc., dated as of January 25, 2024 (redlined for amendments effective as of January 25, 2024).

Exhibit 3.3 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWSBYLAWS Amended and Restated as of January 725, 20212024 Article I.- STOCKHOLDERS Section 1.Annual Meetings, Proposals and Nominations. (a)An annual meeting of the stockholders, for (i) the election of directors to succeed those whose terms expire and (ii) the transaction of such other business, each as shall properly come before the meeti

January 26, 2024 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 24, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

January 9, 2024 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

January 9, 2024 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2023, as filed with the Securities

January 9, 2024 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2023, as filed with the Securities

January 9, 2024 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 9, 2024 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

January 9, 2024 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

January 9, 2024 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 First-Quarter Results Strong Execution Delivering Margin Expansion and EPS Growth

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2024 First-Quarter Results Strong Execution Delivering Margin Expansion and EPS Growth ■Delivered Net Sales o

January 9, 2024 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the perio

December 14, 2023 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☑ Defin

December 14, 2023 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defin

December 14, 2023 DEF 14A

DEF 14A

Letter to Stockholders Dear Stockholders: The Board of Directors ("Board") would like to thank you for your ongoing investment and continued confidence in Acuity Brands, Inc.

November 29, 2023 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☑ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Defin

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(78)

Acuity Brands, Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Restricted Stock Unit Notification and Award Agreement

Exhibit 10(iii)A(78) /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Restricted Stock Unit Notification and Award Agreement Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Award Amount: Vest Schedule: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantName$/ /$GrantType$/ /$GrantID$/ /$GrantDate$/ /$AwardsGranted$/ /$VestingDescription$/ /$UserCod

October 26, 2023 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table.

Exhibit 107 Calculation of Filing Fee Tables Form S-3 (Form Type) ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

October 26, 2023 S-3ASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 26, 2023

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 26, 2023 Registration No.

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(28)

Acuity Brands, Inc. Matching Gift Program.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(28) MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM A.PURPOSE Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) has for many years made contributions to philanthropic organizations. The matching gift program described below has been developed to afford the directors of the Corporation and senior management of Acuity, on a voluntary basis, an opportunity to direct a portion of the Corporation’s philanthropic giving t

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(77)

Acuity Brands, Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (rTSR Performance Award).

Exhibit 10(iii)A(77) /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (rTSR Performance Award) Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Target Award Amount: Maximum Award Amount: Performance Period Service Period: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantName$/ /$GrantType$/ /$Grant

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(26)

Amendment No. 1 to Severance Agreement between Acuity Brands, Inc. and Neil M. Ashe

Exhibit 10(iii)A(26) AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO ACUITY BRANDS, INC. SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS AMENDMENT, made and entered into as of October 26, 2023, by and between ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (the “Company”) and NEIL M. ASHE (“Executive”). W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, the Company and Executive entered into a Severance Agreement, dated as of January 31, 2020 (the “Severance Agreement”), providing for the payment

October 26, 2023 EX-22

List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities.

Exhibit 22 List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is the issuer of the 2.150% Notes due 2030, that are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) and the following subsidiary of the Company. Subsidiary Name State or Country of Incorporation or Formation ABL IP Holding LLC Georgia

October 26, 2023 EX-25.1

Statement of Eligibility of Trustee on Form T-1.

Exhibit 25.1 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM T-1 STATEMENT OF ELIGIBILITY UNDER THE TRUST INDENTURE ACT OF 1939 OF A CORPORATION DESIGNATED TO ACT AS TRUSTEE ☐ Check if an Application to Determine Eligibility of a Trustee Pursuant to Section 305(b)(2) U.S. BANK TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (Exact name of Trustee as specified in its charter) 91-1821036 I.R.S. E

October 26, 2023 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(A) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the year ended August 31, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exc

October 26, 2023 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(A) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period cove

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(80)

Acuity Brands, Inc. Short-Term Incentive Plan As Amended and Restated Effective as of September 28, 2023.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(80) ACUITY BRANDS, INC. SHORT-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN As Amended and Restated Effective as of September 28, 2023 1.Establishment and Effective Date of Plan Acuity Brands, Inc. hereby adopts this amendment, restatement, and renaming of the Acuity Brands, Inc. Short-Term Incentive Plan (formerly known as the Acuity Brands, Inc. Management Cash Incentive Plan) (the “Plan”). The Plan is i

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(76)

Acuity Brands, Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (ROIC Performance Award).

Exhibit 10(iii)A(76) /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (ROIC Performance Award) Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Target Award Amount: Maximum Award Amount: Performance Period Service Period: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantName$/ /$GrantType$/ /$Grant

October 26, 2023 EX-24

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints Neil M.

October 26, 2023 EX-4.B

Description of Securities.

Exhibit 4(b) DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT'S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 As of October 26, 2023, Acuity Brands, Inc.

October 26, 2023 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(B) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the year ended August 31, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exc

October 26, 2023 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURS

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact na

October 26, 2023 EX-10.IIIA(79)

Acuity Brands, Inc. Incentive-Based Compensation Recoupment Policy As Amended and Restated Effective as of October 2, 2023.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(79) Acuity Brands, Inc. Incentive-Based Compensation Recoupment Policy (As Amended and Restated Effective as of October 2, 2023) Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”), by action of its Board of Directors, has adopted this amended and restated incentive-based compensation recoupment policy (this “Policy”). 1.Mandatory Recovery. If the Company is required to prepare an Accounting Rest

October 26, 2023 EX-21

List of Subsidiaries.

Exhibit 21 List of Subsidiaries Acuity Brands, Inc. As of August 31, 2023 Subsidiary or Affiliate Principal Location State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization A to Z Manufacturing LLC Tucson, Arizona Arizona AB Netherlands Holdings B.V. Netherlands Netherlands ABL IP Holding LLC Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Acuity Aviation LLC Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Acuity Brands Insurance (Bermud

October 26, 2023 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(B) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

October 4, 2023 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Continued Execution, Delivering Margin Expansion and EPS Growth with Strong Cash Flow Generation

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: April Appling Vice President, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Continued Execution, Delivering Margin Expansion and EPS Growth wit

October 4, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, IN

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 4, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

June 29, 2023 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the perio

June 29, 2023 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 19

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2022 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF

June 29, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (

June 29, 2023 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2023, as filed with the Securities and

June 29, 2023 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 Third-Quarter Results Margin Expansion and Strong Cash Flow Generation

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Cathy Lewandowski Senior Manager, External Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 Third-Quarter Results Margin Expansion and Strong Cash Flow Generation ■Improved Operating Profit Margi

June 29, 2023 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

June 29, 2023 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2023, as filed with the Securities and

June 29, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file number 0

May 26, 2023 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form.

EX-1.01 2 cmr-20221231.htm EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Acuity Brands, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For Calendar Year Ended December 31, 2022 This Conflict Minerals Report of Acuity Brands, Inc. ("Acuity Brands," the "Company," "we," or "us") for the year ended December 31, 2022 is filed to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Rule") related to conflict minerals. Conflic

May 26, 2023 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) 1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 1200, Atlanta, Georgia

April 4, 2023 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 28, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

April 4, 2023 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

April 4, 2023 EX-10.2

Acuity Brands, Inc. 2005 Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan (As Amended and Restated effective March 30, 2023).

ACUITY BRANDS, INC. 2005 SUPPLEMENTAL DEFERRED SAVINGS PLAN (As Amended and Restated effective March 30, 2023) i ARTICLE I INTRODUCTION AND ESTABLISHMENT Effective as of November 30, 2001, Acuity Brands, Inc. ("Company") established the Acuity Brands, Inc. Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan ("Prior Plan") for the benefit of eligible management and highly compensated employees of the Company and it

April 4, 2023 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 Second-Quarter Results Solid Sales and Margin Expansion Across Both Business Segments

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Cathy Lewandowski Senior Manager, External Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 Second-Quarter Results Solid Sales and Margin Expansion Across Both Business Segments ■Increased Net Sa

April 4, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2023. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

April 4, 2023 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

April 4, 2023 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 28, 2023, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

April 4, 2023 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 4, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 4, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (

April 4, 2023 EX-10.1

Acuity Brands, Inc. Non-Employee Director Compensation Schedule.

Acuity Brands, Inc. Non-Employee Director Compensation (As of January 25, 2023) Annual Retainer Cash Portion $95,000 Non-Cash Portion $155,000 Annual Committee Chair and Lead Director Retainers Audit Committee $25,000 Compensation and Management Development Committee $20,000 Governance Committee $15,000 Lead Director $30,000 Additional Meeting Fees Board Meeting Fee (for each meeting attended in e

February 9, 2023 SC 13G/A

AYI / Acuity Brands, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 16)* Name of issuer: Acuity Brands Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 00508Y102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒

January 30, 2023 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 25, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization

January 9, 2023 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2022. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2022. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

January 9, 2023 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

January 9, 2023 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 9, 2023 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

January 9, 2023 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

January 9, 2023 EX-10.1

Acuity Brands, Inc. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (TSR October 2022).

EX-10.1 2 ayi-20221130xex101.htm EX-10.1 /$CurrentDate$/ ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Global Performance Unit Notification and Award Agreement (rTSR Performance Award) Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Target Award Amount: Maximum Award Amount: Performance Period Service Period: Grantee Level: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantName$/ /

January 9, 2023 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

January 9, 2023 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 First-Quarter Results Solid Start to 2023 with Strong Sales and EPS Growth

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Cathy Lewandowski Senior Manager, External Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2023 First-Quarter Results Solid Start to 2023 with Strong Sales and EPS Growth ▪Increased Net Sales 8 Perce

January 9, 2023 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

December 15, 2022 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

December 15, 2022 DEF 14A

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December 15, 2022 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

DEFA14A 1 a2022proxystatementdefa14a.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permit

November 18, 2022 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2022 ACUITY BRANDS,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 14, 2022 ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organizatio

November 18, 2022 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Announces Upcoming Retirement of Dominic J. Pileggi and Ray M. Robinson from the Board of Directors

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Acuity Brands Announces Upcoming Retirement of Dominic J. Pileggi and Ray M. Robinson from the Board of Directors Atlanta, November 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the “Company”) announced today the retirement of Dominic J. Pileggi and Ray M. Robinson from the Board at the end of their current terms, ef

October 26, 2022 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2022. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURS

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2022. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact na

October 26, 2022 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(A) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the year ended August 31, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the

October 26, 2022 EX-21

List of Subsidiaries.

Exhibit 21 List of Subsidiaries Acuity Brands, Inc. As of August 31, 2022 Subsidiary or Affiliate Principal Location State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization A to Z Manufacturing LLC Tucson, Arizona Arizona AB BMS B.V. Cayman Islands Netherlands AB Netherlands Holdings B.V. Netherlands Netherlands ABL IP Holding LLC Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Acuity Aviation LLC Atlanta, Georgia

October 26, 2022 EX-24

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints Neil M.

October 26, 2022 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(B) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

October 26, 2022 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(B) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the year ended August 31, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the

October 26, 2022 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(A) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period cove

October 26, 2022 EX-10.III A 12

Acuity Brands, Inc. Compensation for Non-Employee Directors.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(12) Acuity Brands, Inc. Compensation for Non-Employee Directors (As of January 2022) Annual Retainer Cash Portion $80,000 Non-Cash Portion $145,000 Annual Committee Chair Retainers Audit Committee $15,000 Compensation Committee $15,000 Nominating and Governance Committee/Lead Director $25,000 Additional Meeting Fees Board Meeting Fee (for each meeting attended in excess of 6 meeti

October 26, 2022 EX-22

List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities.

Exhibit 22 List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is the issuer of the 2.150% Notes due 2030, that are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Company”) and the following subsidiary of the Company. Subsidiary Name State or Country of Incorporation or Formation ABL IP Holding LLC Georgia

October 4, 2022 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Strong Full-Year Performance with Record Net Sales Delivering Operating Profit and Diluted EPS Growth

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Candace Steele Flippin Chief Communications Officer [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Strong Full-Year Performance with Record Net Sales Delivering Operating Profit and Dil

October 4, 2022 EX-99.2

Acuity Brands Announces Election of Michael J. Bender to the Board of Directors

Press Release Exhibit 99.2 Acuity Brands Announces Election of Michael J. Bender to the Board of Directors Atlanta, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - ATLANTA, September 29, 2022 ? Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the ?Company?) announced today that, effective September 29, 2022, the Board of Directors (the ?Board?) approved an increase in the size of the Board from 11 to 12 members and elected Mic

October 4, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 29, 2022 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

July 11, 2022 SC 13G/A

AYI / Acuity Brands, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 15)* Name of issuer: Acuity Brands Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 00508Y102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: June 30, 2022 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒ Rul

June 30, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2022. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2022. OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file number 0

June 30, 2022 EX-99.2

Acuity Brands Announces Election of Dr. Marcia J. Avedon to the Board of Directors

Press Release Exhibit 99.2 Acuity Brands Announces Election of Dr. Marcia J. Avedon to the Board of Directors ATLANTA, June 30, 2022 ? Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the ?Company?) announced today that, effective June 29, 2022, the Board of Directors (the ?Board?) approved an increase in the size of the Board from 10 to 11 members and elected Marcia J. Avedon, Ph.D. as an Independent Director. D

June 30, 2022 EX-10.1

Five-Year Credit Agreement dated June 30, 2022.

Exhibit 10.1 CREDIT AGREEMENT DATED AS OF JUNE 30, 2022 AMONG ACUITY BRANDS, INC., ACUITY BRANDS LIGHTING, INC. THE SUBSIDIARY BORROWERS FROM TIME TO TIME PARTIES HERETO, THE LENDERS FROM TIME TO TIME PARTIES HERETO, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., as Administrative Agent, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., as Syndication Agent and TRUIST BANK, KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, PNC BANK

June 30, 2022 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

June 30, 2022 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 29, 2022 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpor

June 30, 2022 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (

June 30, 2022 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

June 30, 2022 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 Third-Quarter Results Continued Strong Revenue and Operating Performance; Repurchase of an Additional 5 Percent of Shares Outstanding

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Candace Steele Flippin Chief Communications Officer [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 Third-Quarter Results Continued Strong Revenue and Operating Performance; Repurchase of an Additional 5 Percent of Shares O

June 30, 2022 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended May 31, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (

June 29, 2022 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 19

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2021 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF

May 26, 2022 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form.

Exhibit 1.01 Acuity Brands, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For Calendar Year Ended December 31, 2021 This Conflict Minerals Report of Acuity Brands, Inc. ("Acuity Brands," the "Company," "we," or "us") for the year ended December 31, 2021 is filed to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Rule") related to conflict minerals. Conflict minerals are defined by the SEC a

May 26, 2022 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) 1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia

April 5, 2022 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

April 5, 2022 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 28, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

April 5, 2022 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

April 5, 2022 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 Second-Quarter Results Continued Strong Performance Supporting Effective Capital Allocation

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Chrystal Neely Director, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 Second-Quarter Results Continued Strong Performance Supporting Effective Capital Allocation ?Net Sales Increased 17% O

April 5, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2022. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2022. OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

April 5, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 5, 2022 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpor

April 5, 2022 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended February 28, 2022, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

February 14, 2022 SC 13G/A

AYI / Acuity Brands, Inc. / GENERATION INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLP Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 9, 2022 SC 13G/A

AYI / Acuity Brands, Inc. / VANGUARD GROUP INC - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 14)* Name of issuer: Acuity Brands Inc. Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 00508Y102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2021 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed: ☒

January 31, 2022 S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 31, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 31, 2022 Registration No.

January 31, 2022 S-8

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 31, 2022

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 31, 2022 Registration No.

January 31, 2022 EX-FILING FEES

Filing Fee Table

Exhibit 107 CALCULATION OF FILING FEE TABLE FORM S-8 (Form Type) ACUITY BRANDS, INC.

January 7, 2022 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the quarter ended November 30, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

January 7, 2022 EX-10.C

Amended and Restated Acuity Brands, Inc. 2011 Nonemployee Director Deferred Compensation Plan, Effective as of January 5, 2022.

ACUITY BRANDS, INC. 2011 NONEMPLOYEE DIRECTOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN (Amended and Restated, Effective as of January 5, 2022) 1. Establishment, History and Purpose. 1.1 Establishment and History of the Plan. Acuity Brands, Inc., a Delaware corporation, (the "Corporation") adopted the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2011 Nonemployee Director Deferred Compensation Plan (the "2011 Plan"), which became effecti

January 7, 2022 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 5, 2022 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

January 7, 2022 EX-10.B

Deferred Stock Unit Award Agreement Non-Employee Directors.

ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Deferred Stock Unit Award Agreement Non-Employee Directors Grantee: Grant Type: Grant ID: Grant Date: Award Amount: Vest Schedule: Accept by Date: /$ParticipantName$/ Grant Type: /$ParticipantName$/ Grant ID: /$GrantType$/ Grant Date: /$GrantID$/ Award Amount: /$GrantDate$/ Vest Schedule: /$AwardsGranted$/ 100%

January 7, 2022 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 First-Quarter Results Satisfying Customer Demand to Drive Sales Growth While Continuing to Invest in Long-Term Growth and Transformation

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Chrystal Neely Director, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2022 First-Quarter Results Satisfying Customer Demand to Drive Sales Growth While Continuing to Invest in Long-Term Growth

January 7, 2022 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the “Corporation”) for the quarter ended November 30, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

January 7, 2022 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 7, 2022 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

January 7, 2022 EX-10.A

Restricted Stock Award Agreement for Non-Employee Director.

ACUITY BRANDS, INC. Amended and Restated 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan Restricted Stock Award Agreement Non-Employee Directors Grantee: /$ParticipantName$/ Grant Type: /$GrantType$/ Grant ID: /$GrantID$/ Grant Date: /$GrantDate$/ Award Amount: /$AwardsGranted$/ Vest Schedule: 100% on the first anniversary date of the Grant Date, or, if earlier, the date of the next subsequent annu

January 7, 2022 EX-99.2

Acuity Brands (AYI) First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Results 2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation and the related conference call and webcast and press-release include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securitie

Acuity Brands (AYI) First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Results 2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation and the related conference call and webcast and press-release include ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are based on management?s beliefs and assumptions and information currently available to management.

January 7, 2022 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

January 7, 2022 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2021. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended November 30, 2021. OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

January 7, 2022 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

December 2, 2021 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

November 22, 2021 DEF 14A

Amended and Restated Acuity Brands, Inc. 2012 Omnibus Stock Incentive Compensation Plan

DEF 14A 1 a2021proxystatementdef14a.htm DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☑ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitt

November 22, 2021 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

November 22, 2021 DEF 14A

DEF 14A-COURTESY PDF

October 27, 2021 EX-10.III.A.80

Amendment No. 4 to Acuity Brands, Inc. Severance Agreement between Acuity Brands, Inc. and Barry R. Goldman.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(80) AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO ACUITY BRANDS, INC. SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS AMENDMENT made and entered into as of October 25, 2021, by and between ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (the ?Company?) and Barry R. Goldman (?Executive?); W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, the Company and Executive entered into a Severance Agreement, dated as of March 28, 2019 (?Severance Agreement?) and amended as of May 28, 2019

October 27, 2021 EX-21

List of Subsidiaries.

Exhibit 21 List of Subsidiaries Acuity Brands, Inc. As of August 31, 2021 Subsidiary or Affiliate Principal Location State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization A to Z Manufacturing LLC Tucson, Arizona Arizona AB BMS C.V. Cayman Islands Netherlands AB Netherlands Holdings LLC Atlanta, Georgia Delaware ABL IP Holding LLC Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Acuity Aviation LLC Atlanta, Georgia

October 27, 2021 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(A) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the year ended August 31, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the

October 27, 2021 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(B) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period c

October 27, 2021 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ☑ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURS

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended August 31, 2021. OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact na

October 27, 2021 EX-22

List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities.

Exhibit 22 List of Guarantors and Subsidiary Issuers of Guaranteed Securities Acuity Brands Lighting, Inc., a Delaware corporation, is the issuer of the 2.150% Notes due 2030, that are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Company?) and the following subsidiary of the Company. Subsidiary Name State or Country of Incorporation or Formation ABL IP Holding LLC Georgia

October 27, 2021 EX-10.III.A.83

Amendment No. 1 to Acuity Brands, Inc. Severance Agreement between Acuity Brands, Inc. and Dianne S. Mills.

Exhibit 10(iii)A(83) AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO SEVERANCE AGREEMENT THIS AMENDMENT made and entered into as of October 25, 2021, by and between ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (the ?Company?) and Dianne S. Mills (?Executive?); W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, the Company and Executive entered into a Severance Agreement, dated as of March 2, 2020 (the ?Severance Agreement?), providing for the payment of certain compensati

October 27, 2021 EX-24

Powers of Attorney.

Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned hereby constitutes and appoints Neil M.

October 27, 2021 EX-4.B

Description of Securities.

Exhibit 4(b) DESCRIPTION OF THE REGISTRANT'S SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12 OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 As of October 27, 2021, Acuity Brands, Inc.

October 27, 2021 EX-10.III.A.14

First Amendment to the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2005 Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan, effective as of October 25, 2021

Exhibit 10(iii)A(14) FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE ACUITY BRANDS, INC. 2005 SUPPLEMENTAL DEFERRED SAVINGS PLAN This First Amendment to the Acuity Brands, Inc. 2005 Supplemental Deferred Savings Plan, as amended and restated effective as of June 28, 2019 (the "Plan"), is adopted by Acuity Brands, Inc. (the "Company") this 25th day of October, 2021, as follows: WHEREAS, the Company has the power pursuant t

October 27, 2021 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 32(B) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the year ended August 31, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (the

October 27, 2021 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

Exhibit 31(A) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this annual report on Form 10-K of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period cove

October 6, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 6, 2021 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

October 6, 2021 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2021 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Sales Growth and Margin Expansion

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Chrystal Neely Director, Corporate Communications [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2021 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results Sales Growth and Margin Expansion ?Net Sales Increased 11.4% in Fourth Quarter ve

October 6, 2021 EX-99.2

Acuity Brands (AYI) Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results 2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation and the related conference call and webcast and press-release include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the S

EX-99.2 3 ayi-20211006x8xkex992.htm EX-99.2 Acuity Brands (AYI) Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2021 Results 2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation and the related conference call and webcast and press-release include “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, tha

September 17, 2021 EX-99.1

Richard Reece, Executive Vice President and Vice Chairman of Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls Business to Retire

Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Richard Reece, Executive Vice President and Vice Chairman of Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls Business to Retire ATLANTA, September 17, 2021 - Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (?Acuity?) announced the upcoming retirement of Richard (Ricky) K. Reece, Executive Vice President of Acuity Brands and Vice Chairman, Acuity Brands Lighting. Reece will continue

September 17, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 14, 2021 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

August 10, 2021 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 6, 2021 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpo

August 10, 2021 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Announces Retirement of Peter C. Browning and Election of Mark J. Sachleben to the Board of Directors

Exhibit 99.1 Press Release Acuity Brands Announces Retirement of Peter C. Browning and Election of Mark J. Sachleben to the Board of Directors ATLANTA, August 10, 2021 ? The Board of Directors (the ?Board?) of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (the ?Company?) announced today the retirement of Peter C. Browning from the Board and the election of Mark J. Sachleben as a member of the Board, both effect

July 1, 2021 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the quarter ended May 31, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (

July 1, 2021 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

July 1, 2021 EX-99.2

Financial Update Karen Holcom, Chief Financial Officer 2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities

Financial Update Karen Holcom, Chief Financial Officer 2 Forward Looking Statements This presentation includes ?forward-looking statements? within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, that are based on management?s beliefs and assumptions and information currently available to management.

July 1, 2021 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2021 Third-Quarter Results Company Returns to Growth

Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Candace Steele Flippin Chief Communications Officer [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2021 Third-Quarter Results Company Returns to Growth ?Net Sales Increased 15.9% versus Prior Year ?Gross Profit Margin Expansion

July 1, 2021 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the quarter ended May 31, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date hereof (

July 1, 2021 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 25, 2021 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpor

July 1, 2021 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

July 1, 2021 EX-99.3

ACUITY BRANDS DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

Press Release Exhibit 99.3 ACUITY BRANDS DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND ATLANTA, June 25, 2021 - The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; ?Company?) today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on August 2, 2021 to shareholders of record on July 16, 2021. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technolog

July 1, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2021. OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended May 31, 2021. OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file number 0

June 25, 2021 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 19

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K Annual Report Pursuant to Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2020 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF

June 4, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 4, 2021 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpora

June 4, 2021 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands and ams OSRAM Reach an Agreement for Acuity to acquire the ams OSRAM Digital Systems Business in North America OSRAM North American Digital Systems acquisition expands the Acuity LED driver portfolio and business

Exhibit 99.1 Acuity Brands and ams OSRAM Reach an Agreement for Acuity to acquire the ams OSRAM Digital Systems Business in North America OSRAM North American Digital Systems acquisition expands the Acuity LED driver portfolio and business ATLANTA , June 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Today, Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) (?Acuity?) a leading industrial technology company announced it has signed a d

May 28, 2021 SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of inc

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form SD Specialized Disclosure Report ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 001-16583 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification Number) 1170 Peachtree Street, N.E., Suite 2300, Atlanta, Georgia

May 28, 2021 EX-1.01

Conflict Minerals Report as required by Items 1.01 and 1.02 of this Form.

Exhibit 1.01 Acuity Brands, Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For Calendar Year Ended December 31, 2020 This Conflict Minerals Report of Acuity Brands, Inc. ("Acuity Brands," the "Company," "we," or "us") for the year ended December 31, 2020 is filed to comply with Rule 13p-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Rule"). The Rule was adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SE

March 31, 2021 EX-32.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(b) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the quarter ended February 28, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

March 31, 2021 EX-31.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(a) I, Neil M. Ashe, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by

March 31, 2021 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 25, 2021 Commission file number 001-16583. ACUITY BRANDS, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 58-2632672 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpo

March 31, 2021 EX-32.A

Certification of the Chief Executive Officer of the Company pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 32(a) CERTIFICATION PURSUANT TO 18 U.S.C. SECTION 1350, AS ADOPTED PURSUANT TO SECTION 906 OF THE SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and in connection with the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc. (the ?Corporation?) for the quarter ended February 28, 2021, as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on the date her

March 31, 2021 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ☑ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2021. OR ☐ TRANSITION R

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended February 28, 2021. OR ? TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to . Commission file num

March 31, 2021 EX-31.B

Certification of the Chief Financial Officer of the Company pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

EXHIBIT 31(b) I, Karen J. Holcom, certify that: 1.I have reviewed this report on Form 10-Q of Acuity Brands, Inc.; 2.Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered

March 31, 2021 EX-99.2

ACUITY BRANDS DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND

Press Release Exhibit 99.2 ACUITY BRANDS DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND ATLANTA, March 25, 2021 - The Board of Directors of Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI; “Company”) today declared a quarterly dividend of 13 cents per share. The dividend is payable on May 3, 2021 to shareholders of record on April 16, 2021. About Acuity Brands Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology

March 31, 2021 EX-99.1

Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2021 Second-Quarter Results Continued Fundamental Improvements Across the Business Despite Lower Volume Resulting From the Pandemic

EX-99.1 2 ayi-20210331x8xkex991.htm EX-99.1 Press Release Exhibit 99.1 Investor Contact: Charlotte McLaughlin Vice President, Investor Relations (404) 853-1456 [email protected] Media Contact: Candace Flippin Steele Chief Communications Officer [email protected] Acuity Brands Reports Fiscal 2021 Second-Quarter Results Continued Fundamental Improvements Across the Business D

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