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.
468 | Assessments |
3,916 | Recommendations |
2.42 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
$53.42 | million Cost Savings* |
122 | 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
"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 conserve."
"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 conserve."
"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 conserve."
"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 conserve."
- Source: Micheal Popovich, Maintenance Manager, 2025-02-14
"[went well/were impressed with] Overall Student Knowledge and Professionalism of student team."
- Source: Joshua Wheelock, Process Engineer, Corning Inc., 2024-09-20
"Team is very knowledgeable"
- Source: 2021-09-10
"Very professional group. Well versed and full of knowledge."
- Source: Jose Martinez, Facilities, Akorn, 2019-08-05
"Very professional presentation. I am looking forward to the detailed report of your findings."
- Source: 2018-07-20
"Very Impressed! Professional, knowledgeable and very helpful."
- Source: Michael Polino, Facilities Technician, Calspan Corporation, 2016-02-26
"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 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
"Knowledge of programs and incentives were strong. Billing information breakdown very useful."
- Source: Ivan Zahariev, Production Control And Logistics Information Systems, Markin Tubing, 0018-07-18
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 122 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 |