Created in the wake of the 1992 Rio Summit, the e8 is a non-profit international organization, composed of 10 world leading electricity companies, whose mission is to play an active role in global electricity issues within the international framework and to promote sustainable energy development through electricity sector projects and human capacity building activities in developing and emerging nations worldwide.

The mission of the e8 is to play an active role in addressing global electricity issues and to promote sustainable development worldwide.

The strategic objectives are to:

• Develop joint policy frameworks and implement related initiatives in both domestic and international markets.
• Engage in the global debates on electricity-related issues, taking joint positions.
• Provide information and expertise on the efficient generation and use of electricity to assist developing countries in strengthening their human capabilities.