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Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund

Accelerating sustainable economic development

 

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Strengthening Vermont's food system

 

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At the forefront of innovation, resilience, and the circular economy

The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund is a nonprofit organization committed to nurturing the sustainable development of Vermont’s economy.

We nurture the economic prosperity, ecological health, and social connectivity of people, businesses, organizations and communities in Vermont for the benefit and well-being of all who live here.

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Forestry
June 1, 2026

Forest Business Accelerator Conversations – Bullfinch Earth

Bullfinch Earth: Advancing Forest Management with Real Time Data Built from the Forest – Conversations with Forest Business Accelerator Entrepreneurs Built from the Forest highlights founders who have participated in…
Business CoachingStaff Articles
May 15, 2026

Forging Ahead: A 135-Year Old Vermont Toolmaking Business Plans for the Future

After the 2023 floods forced a shutdown, Trow and Holden used the moment to reimagine its future. With support from VSJF business coaching, the 135-year-old company is investing in a…
EnergyStaff Articles
May 13, 2026

Forest Business Accelerator Conversations – Carbion

Carbion: Turning Forest Biomass into Battery Grade Graphite Built from the Forest – Conversations with Forest Business Accelerator Entrepreneurs Built from the Forest highlights founders who have participated in the…
Business CoachingForestryPress Releases
April 1, 2026

The Forest Business Accelerator seeks entrepreneurs for 2026 cohort

The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund is now accepting applications for the 2026 Forest Business Accelerator, a four month program supporting innovative forest and wood industry startups from across the U.S.
EnergyPress Releases
March 24, 2026

Vermont-based DeltaClimeVT business accelerator selects Energy 2026 cohort

VSJF has selected early stage energy companies for the DeltaClimeVT Energy 2026 accelerator, partnering with Vermont utilities to advance innovation and reduce emissions.
Coopworth Sheep at Snug Valley FarmForestryPress Releases
March 19, 2026

New Report Highlights Opportunity to Expand Vermont’s Wool and Fiber Economy

A new VSJF report finds that Vermont produces substantial wool each year, yet much remains underused due to processing and market barriers. The study identifies opportunities to strengthen the state’s…