The purpose of the association is to promote the use of energy-efficient solutions and technologies to save energy, reduce costs and CO2 emissions, and accelerate the transition to an energy-efficient economy by effectively leveraging the collective resources, voice and expertise of the industry, and facilitating the annual improvement of energy efficiency in all industries. In pursuing its goal, the association aims to promote awareness and exchange of energy efficiency solutions, implement the energy efficiency principle 'First Fuel', and commit to sharing its knowledge and experience. The association may engage in any activities that are suitable to promote the purpose of the association or are related to the purpose of the association. The association does not pursue commercial purposes and does not strive for profit. The association may open branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad.