E.ON is a publicly owned European energy company headquartered in Germany. It was founded in 2000 and has a workforce of approximately 25,160 employees. The company operates energy networks and energy infrastructure, focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, gas, and heat. E.ON is involved in various energy-related activities, including power generation from conventional and renewable sources, energy trading, and energy services. The company operates in several countries across Europe, including Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, France, and Spain.