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.
462 | Assessments |
3,856 | Recommendations |
2.35 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
$52.94 | million Cost Savings* |
121 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:


Recent Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"The students handled themselves very professionally. They were prepared and very organized with clear objectives in mind. The group asked many questions for an... more"
- Source: Hoang Cao, CFO, Therm Incorporated, 2025-02-28
"The students handled themselves very professionally. They were prepared and very organized with clear objectives in mind. The group asked many questions for an... more"
- Source: Hoang Cao, CFO, Therm Incorporated, 2025-02-28
"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, 2025-02-14
Assessment - Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"The students handled themselves very professionally. They were prepared and very organized with clear objectives in mind. The group asked many questions for an in-depth assessment."
"The students handled themselves very professionally. They were prepared and very organized with clear objectives in mind. The group asked many questions for an in-depth assessment."
"The students handled themselves very professionally. They were prepared and very organized with clear objectives in mind. The group asked many questions for an in-depth assessment."
"The students handled themselves very professionally. They were prepared and very organized with clear objectives in mind. The group asked many questions for an in-depth assessment."
- Source: Hoang Cao, CFO, Therm Incorporated, 2025-02-28
"[went well/were impressed with] Overall Student Knowledge and Professionalism of student team."
- Source: Joshua Wheelock, Process Engineer, Corning Inc., 2024-09-20
"was impressed by the knowledge of the students and the interest they showed in energy/facility/engineering practices"
- Source: Quality Vision International, 2020-01-17
"Very professional! I was impressed with the thermal monitor and light sensor. Everyone was great! The potential projects are a big help towards the Saint-Cobain Energy initiative."
"Very professional! I was impressed with the thermal monitor and light sensor. Everyone was great! The potential projects are a big help towards the Saint-Cobain Energy initiative."
"Very professional! I was impressed with the thermal monitor and light sensor. Everyone was great! The potential projects are a big help towards the Saint-Cobain Energy initiative."
"Very professional! I was impressed with the thermal monitor and light sensor. Everyone was great! The potential projects are a big help towards the Saint-Cobain Energy initiative."
- Source: Colleen Marren, EHS Engineer, Saint-Cobain Ceramic Materials, 2019-11-08
"Student are knowledgeable about energy saving practices"
- Source: Facility Manger, 2019-06-21
"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
"Asking for Information in advance made the site visit go smoother. The students took the lead during the visit and asked very relevant questions during the site tour. Providing folder of data for attendees and walking through data would have been nice- also some commentary on trends and initial thoughts about data."
"Asking for Information in advance made the site visit go smoother. The students took the lead during the visit and asked very relevant questions during the site tour. Providing folder of data for attendees and walking through data would have been nice- also some commentary on trends and initial thoughts about data."
"Asking for Information in advance made the site visit go smoother. The students took the lead during the visit and asked very relevant questions during the site tour. Providing folder of data for attendees and walking through data would have been nice- also some commentary on trends and initial thoughts about data."
"Asking for Information in advance made the site visit go smoother. The students took the lead during the visit and asked very relevant questions during the site tour. Providing folder of data for attendees and walking through data would have been nice- also some commentary on trends and initial thoughts about data."
- Source: Manufacturing Manager, Gorbel, 2017-05-05
"Very Impressed! Professional, knowledgeable and very helpful."
- Source: Michael Polino, Facilities Technician, Calspan Corporation, 2016-02-26
"Very professional and knowledgeable."
- Source: Mark Bechteler, Manager of Manufacturing, Hollowick, Inc., 2016-01-22
"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 |
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.
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 |