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.
| 489 | Assessments |
| 4,148 | Recommendations |
| 2.55 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $55.11 | million Cost Savings* |
| 131 | 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 were very engaged during the visit. They were well prepared and handled themselves professionally."
- Source: Peter Engel, General Manager, Newchem LLC, 02/20/2026
"The students were extremely professional and knowledgeable. Their suggestions and feedback will be helpful in reducing energy use and costs."
- Source: Hartman Enterprises, 02/19/2026
"We liked how well the group was organized. They were prepared with specific roles, tasks, and questions."
- Source: Tom Starin, CFO, Optimax Systems, Inc., 10/17/2025
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
"Students were very interested in all aspects of our facilities and how they are operated"
- Source: 09/08/2025
"Very professional group. Well versed and full of knowledge."
- Source: Jose Martinez, Facilities, Akorn, 08/05/2019
"Student are knowledgeable about energy saving practices"
- Source: Facility Manger, 06/21/2019
"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, 06/16/2016
"Team is well organized and focused on task at hand. Respectful of our employees and the facility rules. Worked well together as a team."
- Source: EHS Manager, TitanX Engine Cooling, Inc, 06/05/2025
"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, 02/28/2025
"The students were very engaged during the visit. They were well prepared and handled themselves professionally."
- Source: Peter Engel, General Manager, Newchem LLC, 02/20/2026
"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, 02/14/2025
"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 131 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.