A Philanthropic Impact Fund
Decarbon8-US has invested $8.4M in combined philanthropic and personal -co investment
Each year the Fund focuses on high potential decarbonization startups in a different sector. Past years’ themes were:
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2020: Decarbonization
2021: Agriculture
2022: Transportation
2023: Built Environment
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2024: Renewable Energy
2024: Renewable Energy
Decarbon8-US channels personal and philanthropic donations to empower early-stage companies whose technologies and business models accelerate the transition to environmentally sustainable solutions. Through Decarbon8-US anyone can invest charitable donations in cleantech enterprises that are transforming our economy.
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The multi-decade endeavor to decarbonize our planet needs investment as well as engaged, active and informed consumers and advocates. In order to address the risks posed by climate change, economies will need to triple global renewable energy capacity by 2030 (COP28 agreement). Decarbon8-US works in lock step with policy, advocacy and research to move us towards this goal.
Your tax-deductible contribution to Decarbon8-US will directly invest in innovative climate tech companies, driving the change the world needs to achieve. Join us today in shaping a sustainable future for generations to come. Together, we can make a real difference.
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For founders -The 2024 Request for Proposals can be found here.
Applications are due by June 21, 2024.
How?
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Decarbon8-US is an impact fund that accepts philanthropic donations and grants and makes equity and debt investments in early-stage companies aligned with decarbonization priorities. Deals are sourced through annual thematic calls for proposals launched in late Spring with the investments made in early Fall. You can make donations a number of ways:
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Who is involved?
Decarbon8-US leverages a diverse coalition of veteran E8 investors, subject matter experts, and E8 Fellows to determine the final portfolio of companies to be funded each year. The Fund is hosted and administered by Realize Impact, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
What happens to Returns?
For investments below $20,000, returns will be automatically reinvested in the Fund. For investments of $20,000 and above, investors have the option of reinvesting returns in the Fund or allocating returns to their Donor Advised Fund (DAF) or a public charity.
How do I get involved?
Founders: You can find more information on our 2024 RFP, including eligibility and timeline.
The application window closes June 21, 2024.
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Donors: Instructions for donating can be found above, or you can donate by credit card here. If you'd like receive a copy of our Fund Brief, please reach out to director@e8angels.com.
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