18. In addition, the agency may(1) participate financially by granting a loan or a subsidy under a program promoting energy efficiency, new energy technologies or the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, or by providing financial support to research and development in those fields;
(2) receive gifts, bequests, subsidies and other contributions, provided that any conditions attached are compatible with the achievement of the object of the agency; and
(3) follow up and verify the work carried out under a program promoting energy efficiency, new energy technologies or the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and involving the financial participation of the agency.