E8 Angels

E8 Angels is a membership organisation of accredited angel investors and organisations that back early-stage clean technology companies. It has invested since 2006 and describes its aim as a thriving planet. Members treat environmental impact and financial returns as goals that support each other.

Services

• Curated deal flow: early-stage cleantech opportunities in energy, transport, agriculture, water and other areas.
• Shared due diligence: members research companies together, then decide individually where to invest.
• Learning and networking: education and contacts for both new and experienced investors.
• Founder support: feedback, coaching, advisers and connections for entrepreneurs.
• Impact funds: a philanthropic fund, Decarbon8-US, has targeted agricultural technology and decarbonisation.

Who it serves

The community includes operators, scientists, founders and executives. Entrepreneurs can apply for backing, and investors can apply to join.

Key facts

• Investing since: 2006
• Portfolio: More than 190 companies
• Sectors: Energy generation and storage, transport, built environment, agriculture and water