The company's purpose is to plan, construct and operate district heating and transmission networks for electrical energy, as well as energy centers for the production of electricity and heat, and all related installations and services, in particular also the creation of energy bills and the planning and implementation of comprehensive energy concepts, as well as energy consulting for property owners. The company may participate in other companies, acquire or establish similar or related companies, establish branches and subsidiaries, and enter into all transactions and conclude contracts that are directly or indirectly related to the purpose of the company. The company may acquire, sell, encumber, manage, rent and develop real estate. The company may provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company may also acquire, register, manage, encumber and sell patents, licenses and intellectual property rights of all kinds.