development, operation and marketing of any product, process, solution or patent that enables the reduction of natural resource and energy consumption by users. The company may engage in any financial, commercial or industrial activity, directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may establish branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland or abroad. The company may participate in any enterprise having a direct or indirect connection with its purpose and take any participation, excluding direct or indirect participations in real estate located in Switzerland and having a purpose other than exclusively commercial. The company may grant loans or guarantees to shareholders, its subsidiaries or branches or to third parties if it serves its interests.