The Tech Garden CleanTech Center Program

The Tech Garden is Central New York's premier tech incubator, located in downtown Syracuse. It focuses on fostering high-tech entrepreneurship and supporting the growth of emerging companies. With a range of programs like the Clean Tech Center and GENIUS NY—the largest accelerator for uncrewed systems—The Tech Garden provides startups with critical resources, including grants, mentorship, and funding. Their Grants for Growth program offers startups up to $100,000 in seed funding, while accelerators like Syracuse Surge specifically support BIPOC entrepreneurs. The Tech Garden’s geographic focus is largely regional, concentrating on Central New York, though its programs attract startups from across the U.S. Their portfolio includes companies in sectors such as clean energy, tech innovation, and IoT. The fund has also supported over $56 million in venture capital raised by participating companies in recent years. Strategically, The Tech Garden plays a hands-on role, offering tailored incubation, workshops, and networking to help companies transition from startup to commercialization. Entrepreneurs can benefit from their vast network of industry experts and mentors, including leaders like John Liddy, who currently oversees innovation programs. This holistic approach to startup development makes The Tech Garden an essential player in upstate New York’s innovation landscape​.