Acquisition of clients; training and dissemination of technical knowledge through events and congresses; research and development in the field of alternative energies for energy saving and rational use; development and coordination of new entrepreneurial ideas including the acquisition, use, marketing and transfer of patents, trademarks and industrial concession licenses; assumption and management of industrial and commercial affairs, both on its own account and as a concessionaire, representative or agent. The agency may acquire, sell and own real estate in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and carry out all commercial, financial or other activities that are related to its social purpose or intended to promote it.