E8 is an international community based in Seattle with a mission to accelerate the transition to a prosperous and cleaner world by investing in emerging cleantech enterprises. They aim to create a sustainable future by supporting various types of investors and asset classes, including direct angel for-profit investing, pooled investing in expertly managed VC funds, and syndication. E8 also plans to develop pathways for individuals who believe in the power of entrepreneurship and technology to combat climate change.

Since 2006, E8 has facilitated over $40 million in investments in 98 companies across the US and Canada. Their community brings together interest, passion, and expertise from the Northwest and nationwide through investment pitches, collective due diligence, and learning opportunities. E8 invites early-stage companies with potentially profitable solutions that align with their mission to apply for funding.

They offer strategic guidance, mentorship, and access to their extensive network to help these companies take their groundbreaking ideas to the next level. Investors are also encouraged to join E8 to discover innovative solutions and be part of the exciting journey of early-stage companies. If you are a thought leader or organization in the cleantech sector, E8 offers sponsorship opportunities to promote sector growth and network building.

Together, with their collective expertise, E8 aims to accelerate the transition to a cleaner future, a healthier planet, and a prosperous and sustainable world. With a rich history as the first angel group in the US to focus exclusively on clean technology and sustainability, E8 is committed to fueling enterprises dedicated to a cleaner and more sustainable world