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.
| 502 | Assessments |
| 4,291 | Recommendations |
| 2.68 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $58.91 | million Cost Savings* |
| 139 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
Recent Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"Good questions and information requests. Overall well organized and well done."
- Source: Steve Petersen, Senior Electrical Engineer, International Wire Group, 07/20/2026
"Professional behavior for young student engineers, very positive."
- Source: Ron Urbaetis, Electrical Engineer, Hollingsworth and Vose, 06/23/2026
"Clear that the students are passionate about the work. Overall impressed with the students' knowledge on energy systems. Very good communicators and spoke... more"
- Source: Rahul Prabhu, Codino's, 06/17/2026
Assessment - Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"Great job.
Great group of students, [the] professor/teacher was vey knowledgeable."
- Source: Larry Thompson, Safety/Facilities Manager, Schneider Packaging Equipment, 10/03/2025
"Knowledge of programs and incentives were strong. Billing information breakdown very useful."
- Source: Ivan Zahariev, Production Control And Logistics Information Systems, Markin Tubing, 07/18/0018
"I was impressed by the number of facilities that have used the IAC Energy Consultants. The team members seemed knowledgeable and professional."
- Source: 07/06/2018
"Student are knowledgeable about energy saving practices"
- Source: Facility Manger, 06/21/2019
"Clear that the students are passionate about the work. Overall impressed with the students' knowledge on energy systems. Very good communicators and spoke... more"
- Source: Rahul Prabhu, Codino's, 06/17/2026
"All participants were professional, prompt, knowledgeable, and respectful. I enjoyed hearing about potential savings."
- Source: Eric Hoffman, Controller, MOD-PAC, 06/15/2026
"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"
- Source: John F. Sharkey IV, Vice President, Universal Metal Works, 06/14/2016
"Impressed with the tools available, and wealth of knowledge"
- Source: 06/09/2026
"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... more"
- Source: Manufacturing Manager, Gorbel, 05/05/2017
"Impressed with the team's knowledge of all of the different ways we cold save energy costs."
- Source: Peter Rigos, Manufacturing Manger, Met Weld International, 01/25/2019
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 139 students
The following students participated in ITAC assessments with Syracuse University since
2003, when student name tracking began.
The 68 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
The 68 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.