Syracuse University
Director: Dr. Jackie Anderson
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Syracuse University
Grant Funding Opportunity NOW OPEN
Up to $300k at 50% cost share for qualifying* projects.
Grant Funding Opportunity Open
Qualifying* small and medium-sized US manufacturers, that received an ITAC, Onsite Energy/CHP TAP, or qualified equivalent assessment since 2018 can now apply for grants for implementation of assessment recommendations at up to 50% of qualifying* project costs with a maximum of $300,000 per grant.
IMPORTANT: The grant program now operates on a rolling basis and applications may be submitted at any time through the year, with quarterly reviews.
*See Full Grant Solicitation for full qualification and selection details.
ITAC Center of the Year: 2009
Student Research Award Winner: 2013

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.

SU-ITAC Activity Map
500 Assessments
4,267 Recommendations
2.67 Tbtu Energy Saving*
$58.78 million Cost Savings*
138 Students Trained
*Recommended Savings
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Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
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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
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Assessment - Case Studies

Assessment Overview: Pratt & Whitney

Assessment Overview: Eaton Corporation

Metal Finishing Plant Implements 100% of Recommendations


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
Email 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.