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.
| 500 | Assessments |
| 4,267 | Recommendations |
| 2.67 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $58.78 | million Cost Savings* |
| 138 | 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
"They were all very professional and equally as efficient walking through areas. They seemed comfortable being in the chemical manufacturing areas."
- Source: Liam O'Sullivan, 06/11/2026
"Loved the enthusiasm of the group! I fell the industrial assessment will yield very useful information to help our company (be) more cost competitive in the... more"
- Source: Tammy Snyder, President, International Ordnance Technologies, 06/10/2026
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
"The knowledge of the group was impressive"
- Source: 09/20/2019
"Very appreciative and impressed with the analysis and findings/recommendations made on billing statements."
- Source: Jeff Eggert, Plant Manger, Syracuse Label, 09/13/2019
"Students were very interested in all aspects of our facilities and how they are operated"
- Source: 09/08/2025
"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
"The number of questions and the level of understanding was fantastic."
- Source: 06/22/2018
"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
"Loved the enthusiasm of the group! I fell the industrial assessment will yield very useful information to help our company (be) more cost competitive in the... more"
- Source: Tammy Snyder, President, International Ordnance Technologies, 06/10/2026
"All the people were polite + friendly and nice to have on site. They brought up a few issues that will definitely help us save money, and pointed out areas for... more"
- Source: Andrew Porter, Special Projects Manager, Bestway of New York, Inc, 06/04/2026
"Everyone was professional and explained everything very well, all questions and issues were addressed."
- Source: Jason Macedo, EHS Manager, Harvey Windows & Doors, 05/19/2026
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 138 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.