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
496 Assessments
4,228 Recommendations
2.68 Tbtu Energy Saving*
$56.81 million Cost Savings*
137 Students Trained
*Recommended Savings
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Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
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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

"Very professional presentation. I am looking forward to the detailed report of your findings."
- Source: 07/20/2018
"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
"Student are knowledgeable about energy saving practices"
- Source: Facility Manger, 06/21/2019
"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
"The group was great to have, conducted themselves professionally, polite, and asked good questions. [They] were a very friendly group."
- Source: Pete Hagmire, Director of Facilities, Gunlocke, 06/17/2025
"The students were very professional and asked well-informed questions. Everyone, especially Ian, has been great to work with."
- Source: Elissa Tipton, Accounting Manager, Mayer Brothers, 06/13/2025
"Very impressed with the knowledge the students possess. You can tell they are passionate about the environment. Lot's of good questions were asked. The... more"
- Source: Micheal Matthews, Sr. EHS Mgr., Harvey Windows & Doors, 05/18/2026
"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
"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
"Very professional and knowledgeable."
- Source: Mark Bechteler, Manager of Manufacturing, Hollowick, Inc., 01/22/2016

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 137 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.