The company's purpose is to generate heat and other forms of energy from natural or renewable resources such as wood, sunlight, biomass, etc., to trade in energy from these or other sources, and to convert energy into other forms or transfer it to other energy carriers. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and acquire, exploit, manage or sell real estate and intellectual property rights. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, and grant guarantees and sureties for affiliated companies and third parties. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business activities that are directly or indirectly related to its purpose.