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The startup scene in United States
UVM News describes the Greater Burlington startup scene as involving UVM, VCET, Hula, and Vermont’s entrepreneurial history. This evidence concerns the region, not necessarily Burlington city limits. [35924]
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UVM News describes the Greater Burlington startup scene as involving UVM, VCET, Hula, and Vermont’s entrepreneurial history. This evidence concerns the region, not necessarily Burlington city limits. [35924]
UVM Innovations reports that more than 30 technology-based startups were launched from UVM technologies over the 10 years referenced on its page. Its listings include Benchmark Space Systems, which it describes as working on small-satellite propulsion, and Verde Technologies, which it describes as developing lightweight flexible solar panels. [35925, 35926, 35927]
UVM News connected Verde Technologies’ flexible solar product to thin-film research by UVM physicist Randy Headrick. [35928]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Burlington ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Listed as | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | Burlington | #108 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2023 | Burlington, VT | 81 to 90 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
22 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Burlington
Investors 12
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Accelerators 5
AcceleratorEmpowering EdTech Entrepreneurs for Impact
AcceleratorBoston's hub for B2B tech startups.
AcceleratorConnecting students with Vermont organizations for innovation.
The 3 most prominent of 5. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 5
IncubatorAccelerating AI-focused startups in Atlantic Canada.
IncubatorEmpowering creativity and innovation through collaboration.
IncubatorEmpowering farmers through training and resources.
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Raising in Burlington
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
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Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Burlington
UVM News connected Verde’s flexible solar product to thin-film research by UVM physicist Randy Headrick.
Source: Startup CityUVM lists Verde as a university technology startup developing lightweight flexible solar panels.
Source: UVM StartupsUVM lists Benchmark as a university technology startup working on small-satellite propulsion.
Source: UVM StartupsUVM reports more than 30 technology-based startups launched over the ten years referenced on its page.
Source: UVM StartupsUVM News describes the regional startup scene as involving VCET, Hula and university innovation.
Source: Startup City
Questions about Burlington
How does Burlington rank as a startup ecosystem?
Burlington is #108 of 1,473 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Burlington?
12 investors based in Burlington have a profile here, including Burlington Capital, Portland Investment Counsel Inc. and Dudley Fund. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Burlington?
Yes. Burlington has 5 accelerators and 5 incubators on record, including LearnLaunch Fund + Accelerator and Volta.
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