Syracuse University
Director: Dr. Jackie Anderson
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Syracuse University
Grant Funding Opportunity NOW OPEN
Up to $300k at 50% cost share for qualifying* projects.
Grant Funding Opportunity Open
Qualifying* small and medium-sized US manufacturers, that received an ITAC, Onsite Energy/CHP TAP, or qualified equivalent assessment since 2018 can now apply for grants for implementation of assessment recommendations at up to 50% of qualifying* project costs with a maximum of $300,000 per grant.
IMPORTANT: The grant program now operates on a rolling basis and applications may be submitted at any time through the year, with quarterly reviews.
*See Full Grant Solicitation for full qualification and selection details.
ITAC Center of the Year: 2009
Student Research Award Winner: 2013

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.

SU-ITAC Activity Map
462 Assessments
3,856 Recommendations
2.35 Tbtu Energy Saving*
$52.98 million Cost Savings*
121 Students Trained
*Recommended Savings
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Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
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Recent Case Studies

Noteworthy Feedback
"[went well/were impressed with] Overall Student Knowledge and Professionalism of student team."
- Source: Joshua Wheelock, Process Engineer, Corning Inc., 2024-09-20
"Students asked great questions. All were very observant."
- Source: Mike Chambers, Shipping/Maintenance Mgr, Riverhawk Company, 2024-07-17
"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, 2023-07-20
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Assessment - Case Studies

Assessment Overview: Pratt & Whitney

Assessment Overview: Eaton Corporation

Metal Finishing Plant Implements 100% of Recommendations


Noteworthy Feedback

"[went well/were impressed with] Overall Student Knowledge and Professionalism of student team."
- Source: Joshua Wheelock, Process Engineer, Corning Inc., 2024-09-20
"Students asked great questions. All were very observant."
- Source: Mike Chambers, Shipping/Maintenance Mgr, Riverhawk Company, 2024-07-17
"The team was very attentive and respectful of our operations, safety requirements, and potentially discussed proprietary information."
- Source: John Frandina, Facility Engineer, 2021-07-15
"Team was well prepared, including appropriate PPE. Prior experience is admirable, Very focused visit."
- Source: TitanX Engine Cooling, 2019-06-13
"Very impressed with the overall knowledge of the students"
- Source: George Copeland, 2019-06-12
"I was impressed by the number of facilities that have used the IAC Energy Consultants. The team members seemed knowledgeable and professional."
- Source: 2018-07-06
"The entire team was professional and kept on topic. THey have some very good ideas and I look forward to working with them."
- Source: Maintenance Manager, 2016-06-16
"This is a great service for small business owners in our community! Having this analysis is not something we would have been easily able to afford and I'm sure... more"
"This is a great service for small business owners in our community! Having this analysis is not something we would have been easily able to afford and I'm sure the payout will be significant. Very impressed with the professionalism and the genuine interest in learning about our facility. I am really looking forward to what recommendations the team makes!" "This is a great service for small business owners in our community! Having this analysis is not something we would have been easily able to afford and I'm sure the payout will be significant. Very impressed with the professionalism and the genuine interest in learning about our facility. I am really looking forward to what recommendations the team makes!" "This is a great service for small business owners in our community! Having this analysis is not something we would have been easily able to afford and I'm sure the payout will be significant. Very impressed with the professionalism and the genuine interest in learning about our facility. I am really looking forward to what recommendations the team makes!" "This is a great service for small business owners in our community! Having this analysis is not something we would have been easily able to afford and I'm sure the payout will be significant. Very impressed with the professionalism and the genuine interest in learning about our facility. I am really looking forward to what recommendations the team makes!"
- Source: John F. Sharkey IV, Vice President, Universal Metal Works, 2016-06-14
"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., 2015-10-16
"Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving... more"
"Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving opportunities. Overall- great job!" "Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving opportunities. Overall- great job!" "Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving opportunities. Overall- great job!" "Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving opportunities. Overall- great job!"
- Source: Bill Spizuoco, Corporate Environmental Manager, Omega Wire, Inc. - International Wire Group, 2015-03-05

Contact Center

Center Director Dr. Jackie Anderson
Email 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 121 students

The following students participated in ITAC assessments with Syracuse University since 2003, when student name tracking began.
The 59 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
Annabelle J. Lincoln
Arfeen Armaghan
Austin Sumner
Ben Forry
Benjamin Jeffries
Benjamin R. Forry
Brandon W. Peery
Brendan Murty
Brian Annicharico
Brian Granetz
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
Enrica Galasso
Eric Rall
Erich Devendorf
Evan Beckerman
Fatimata Gory
Gavin Stevens
Grace E Al-Sheikh
Haim Matharu
Hannah VanEchaute
Harlan Toussaint
Hayley Shelton
Heewoon Kim
Ian Hawkins
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