Investor Type | Firm |
Type of Fund | Angel network |
Industries | Energy • CleanTech • Impact |
Stages | Seed, Startup, Early Stage |
Investing | United States • Canada |
Investment Range | $250,000 - $2,000,000 |
Investment Sweet Spot | $1,100,000 |
E8 Angels is an angel investment network dedicated to advancing the cleantech sector and supporting early-stage companies that contribute to a prosperous and sustainable world. With headquarters in Seattle, Washington, E8 Angels focuses on equity investments in the energy and cleantech industries, targeting innovative ventures across renewable energy, energy efficiency, energy storage, sustainable transportation, the built environment, water quality, and agtech. The fund typically invests between $250,000 and $2,000,000, with an investment sweet spot around $1,100,000, taking into account the unique needs and growth potential of each startup. As a specialist in Seed, Startup, and Early Stage investments, E8 Angels operates as an angel network where individual members make their own investment decisions, allowing for tailored learning and control in line with their specific objectives. Since its foundation in 2006, E8 Angels has grown from 14 members in the Pacific Northwest to over 130 investors worldwide, showcasing its broad reach and commitment to impactful investing. The organization has invested over $64M in more than 160 portfolio companies, demonstrating a strong track record and a continuous stream of cleantech investment opportunities. E8 Angels also values collaboration and actively engages with various partners, including co-investors, sponsors, and universities, to achieve greater impact and foster an ecosystem conducive to cleantech innovation. Members of E8 Angels benefit from networking, educational events, and an active membership that collaborates on every stage of the investment pipeline, ensuring a mission-focused community with a shared goal of accelerating the transition to cleaner energy and a better world.