The Quantum Commons, the first major building on Elevate Quantum’s new 70-acre campus in Arvada, officially opened Aug. 28, signaling a new chapter for Colorado’s expanding quantum industry. The facility is designed to centralize advanced quantum research, prototyping and collaboration — and is expected to generate thousands of good-paying jobs across the region.
The event drew nearly 300 attendees, including leaders from Elevate Quantum, the Colorado School of Mines, CU Boulder and state economic development officials. Elevate Quantum CEO Zach Yerushalmi highlighted the facility’s mission to bridge laboratory breakthroughs with real-world applications.
This opening follows a series of strategic developments for Colorado’s quantum ecosystem. In 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce officially designated the state as a Regional Technology and Innovation Hub for quantum, with Elevate Quantum receiving Tech Hub status and federal support.
In 2024, Colorado passed legislation introducing $74 million in refundable tax credits to accelerate the quantum industry, unlocking both further state support and enabling federal investment.
As a result, the state’s quantum workforce — currently about 3,000 jobs across 30 companies — is projected to grow substantially in the next decade.
The state also launched the nation’s first K–12 Quantum Blueprint in early 2025 to integrate quantum learning into classrooms, expand teacher training and ensure equitable student access to quantum education pathways.
Governor Jared Polis attended the opening and noted the event as a continuation of Colorado’s commitment to quantum advancement and long-term economic growth.
With Quantum Commons now operational, Colorado further cements its role as a leading hub for quantum science, innovation and commercialization.
