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 convert energy into other forms or to transfer it to other energy carriers, and to supply heat or other forms of energy to end-consumers or distribution organizations at market prices. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire similar or related companies, or merge with them. The company may acquire, manage, and sell real estate companies and properties in Switzerland and abroad. It may also grant loans to shareholders, group companies, and third parties, or provide security for their liabilities, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose or is suitable for promoting it.