The Syracuse University Industrial Assessment Center (SU-ITAC) provides free energy, productivity, and waste assessments to small and medium-sized industrial facilities through funding provided by the US Department of Energy.
| 485 | Assessments |
| 4,105 | Recommendations |
| 2.52 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $54.83 | million Cost Savings* |
| 130 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
Recent Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"We liked how well the group was organized. They were prepared with specific roles, tasks, and questions."
- Source: Tom Starin, CFO, Optimax Systems, Inc., 10/17/2025
"Great job.
Great group of students, [the] professor/teacher was vey knowledgeable."
- Source: Larry Thompson, Safety/Facilities Manager, Schneider Packaging Equipment, 10/03/2025
"Students were very interested in all aspects of our facilities and how they are operated"
- Source: 09/08/2025
Assessment - Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"Very professional! I was impressed with the thermal monitor and light sensor. Everyone was great! The potential projects are a big help towards the... more"
- Source: Colleen Marren, EHS Engineer, Saint-Cobain Ceramic Materials, 11/08/2019
"The students were very observant and pointed out energy issues almost immediately.
The assessment was well needed for our facility."
- Source: Joseph P. McGlynn, CFO, RB Woodcraft Inc., 10/16/2015
"Very appreciative and impressed with the analysis and findings/recommendations made on billing statements."
- Source: Jeff Eggert, Plant Manger, Syracuse Label, 09/13/2019
"Team was prepared to begin on time and had all of the equipment needed to perform the work. This was well executed!"
- Source: Parminder Banga, Engineering Manager, 07/20/2023
"The team was very attentive and respectful of our operations, safety requirements, and potentially discussed proprietary information."
- Source: John Frandina, Facility Engineer, 07/15/2021
"Overall, very impressed with their dynamics as a team! and would highly recommend their services to any commercial/industrial customer in New York state."
- Source: Rick Ponzi, Facilities Manager, TAM Ceramics, 06/21/2018
"The students were very professional and asked well-informed questions. Everyone, especially Ian, has been great to work with."
- Source: Elissa Tipton, Accounting Manager, Mayer Brothers, 06/12/2025
"Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving... more"
- Source: Bill Spizuoco, Corporate Environmental Manager, Omega Wire, Inc. - International Wire Group, 03/05/2015
"I was impressed with the knowledge on how we are billed for demand and usage. The team was very knowledgeable at the process of energy consumption and how to... more"
- Source: Micheal Popovich, Maintenance Manager, 02/14/2025
""The visit was thorough, yet concise and well organized." "
- Source: Bruce Iffert, Director of Facilities, Par Technology Corporation , 02/04/2015
Contact Center
| Center Director | Dr. Jackie Anderson |
| jsande03@syr.edu | |
| Phone # | 1 (315) 443-1523 |
| Fax # | 1 (315) 443-9098 |
| Mailing Address |
244 Link Hall Syracuse, NY 13244 |
Syracuse University has trained 130 students
The following students participated in ITAC assessments with Syracuse University since
2003, when student name tracking began.
The 62 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
The 62 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
| Abby Hutchins |
| Adam Knapp |
| Alexandria T. McDonnell |
| Alicia Caputo |
| Anas Alkhashroom |
| Andrew E. Hinchman |
| Andrew Rivera |
| Annabelle J. Lincoln |
| Arfeen Armaghan |
| Austin Sumner |
| Ben Forry |
| Benjamin Jeffries |
| Benjamin R. Forry |
| Brandon W. Peery |
| Brendan Murty |
| Brian Annicharico |
| Brian Granetz |
| Brielle May |
| Carter Thompson |
| Charles Walck |
| Chelsey A. Kniffen |
| Christina M. Herkenham |
| Christopher Godoy |
| Christopher L. Buttitta |
| Christopher Prestia |
| Cole Tucker |
| Daniel Kenney |
| Daniel M. Barron |
| Daniel Perrotta |
| David Bonitsky |
| David Britt |
| Dean DeFlippo |
| Diana Siegel |
| Dominic Clinch |
| Dylan Broomfield |
| Elan Fullmer |
| Elizabeth Kretzing |
| Emily Bartos |
| Emily K Sequin |
| Emily Zupanick |
| Emma Platten |
| Emma Rosato |
| Enrica Galasso |
| Eric Rall |
| Erich Devendorf |
| Evan Beckerman |
| Fatimata Gory |
| Gavin Stevens |
| Grace E Al-Sheikh |
| Gustav Neubohn |
| Haim Matharu |
| Hannah VanEchaute |
| Harlan Toussaint |
| Hayley Shelton |
| Heewoon Kim |
| Ian Hawkins |
| Ian Kilpatrick |
| Ian Pointer |
| Ian Storrs |
| Jacob David Gómez |
| Jacob Lyon |
| Jacqueline Kim |
| Jeanette Sova |
| Jillian Burgoyne |
| Jimmy Zhang |
| John D'Amaro |
| John Hilla |
| John M. Battistelli |
| John Tacklyn |
| Jose Arturo Venegas |
| Joseph Guida |
| Joshua Hintz |
| Joshua Huizinga |
| Julia Jesse |
| Kapena Chee |
| Katherine Driscoll |
| Kelly S. Farmer |
| Kendra Miller |
| Kristina Zeo |
| Lars J. Brasz |
| Lauren Smales |
| Leah England |
| Lukas Morris |
| Luke D'Aquila |
| Marco Svolinsky |
| Marisa A. Prior |
| Mark Seibel |
| Matan Marom |
| Matthew Russell |
| Maxwell Martin |
| Meghan Reilly |
| Michael C. Jones |
| Michael Fortin |
| Michael J. Garrett |
| Michael Matzura |
| Michael P. Dilorenzo |
| Mohammad Traore |
| Nate W. Kuslis |
| Nicholas Pasco |
| Nick Impastato |
| Patrick T. Ostoyich |
| Philip S. Gwyther |
| Rachael Beresford |
| Rebecca L. Altman |
| Renee Brogley |
| Richard Nguyen |
| Riehen Walsh |
| Riley M. Gourde |
| Rishov Chatterjee |
| Robin Cesario |
| Rohan Sekhri |
| Rosanna Tilelli |
| Ross L . DiLiegro |
| Ryan Milcarek |
| Ryan Mussaw |
| Rylee Smith |
| Sajda Nuriddin |
| Sasha Valitutti |
| Savanna L. Horan |
| Sean Ward |
| Silvio-Antonio Nicola Zallo |
| Steve Criscione |
| Sydney Jud |
| Taylor Davis |
| Thomas Condon |
| Tim Castelein |
| Timothy Ha |
| Tyler J. Plant |
| Wade K. Willatt |
| Zoe Kendrick |