As one of the world's largest investor-owned power and gas companies, we want to contribute our extensive energy expertise (from production to efficient use) to the public discussion of energy issues. That's why E.ON is working to foster an energy-policy debate in which climate protection, cost-effectiveness, and supply security receive equal consideration. This is the only way we'll be able to design an energy supply that's viable for the future and that enjoys broad public support. And it's the only way that the energy industry can successfully undergo its necessary transformation process.

Using the theme of our 2007 CR reporting ("Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?") as a starting point, our reporting for 2008 describes how we're meeting the challenges of providing a secure, affordable, and climate-friendly supply of energy. We want to show the solutions we've developed and how we see our future role in a rapidly changing energy world.

We hope to hear how you see us and look forward to your feedback.