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
502 Assessments
4,290 Recommendations
2.68 Tbtu Energy Saving*
$58.91 million Cost Savings*
139 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
"Impressed by student's engagement and eagerness to learn about the facility."
- Source: Emily Stanislawzyk, Sustainability Program Manager, Great Lakes Cheese, 10/02/2026
""Presentation was well done and well presented"."
- Source: Juan Latorre, Engineering/Maintenance Manager, Pyrotek, 09/11/2026
""Everyone was very focused and professional"."
- Source: Michael Stoots, EHS/Facilities Manager, Bartell Machinery Systems L.L.C., 07/22/2026
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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 appreciative and impressed with the analysis and findings/recommendations made on billing statements."
- Source: Jeff Eggert, Plant Manger, Syracuse Label, 09/13/2019
"Promptness, professionalism, presentation. All over a great visit, we look forward to your findings to improve our site and impact."
- Source: Jessica Gladysz, Engineering Project Manager, Pine Pharmaceuticals, 06/18/2025
"Clear that the students are passionate about the work. Overall impressed with the students' knowledge on energy systems. Very good communicators and spoke... more"
- Source: Rahul Prabhu, Codino's, 06/17/2026
"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
"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, 06/12/2025
"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 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
"Very Impressed! Professional, knowledgeable and very helpful."
- Source: Michael Polino, Facilities Technician, Calspan Corporation, 02/26/2016
"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
"was impressed by the knowledge of the students and the interest they showed in energy/facility/engineering practices"
- Source: Quality Vision International, 01/17/2020

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 139 students

The following students participated in ITAC assessments with Syracuse University since 2003, when student name tracking began.
The 70 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.