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 |
| 4,149 | Recommendations |
| 2.55 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $55.17 | 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
"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
"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 asked great questions. All were very observant."
- Source: Mike Chambers, Shipping/Maintenance Mgr, Riverhawk Company, 07/17/2024
"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
"I was impressed by the number of facilities that have used the IAC Energy Consultants. The team members seemed knowledgeable and professional."
- Source: 07/06/2018
"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
"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 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
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 62 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
The 62 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
| Abby Hutchins |
| Adam Knapp |
| Alexandria T. McDonnell |
| Alicia Caputo |
| Anas Alkhashroom |
| Andrew E. Hinchman |
| Andrew Rivera |
| Annabelle J. Lincoln |
| Arfeen Armaghan |
| Austin Sumner |
| Ben Forry |
| Benjamin Jeffries |
| Benjamin R. Forry |
| Brandon W. Peery |
| Brendan Murty |
| Brian Annicharico |
| Brian Granetz |
| Brielle May |
| Carter Thompson |
| Charles Walck |
| Chelsey A. Kniffen |
| Christina M. Herkenham |
| Christopher Godoy |
| Christopher L. Buttitta |
| Christopher Prestia |
| Cole Tucker |
| Daniel Kenney |
| Daniel M. Barron |
| Daniel Perrotta |
| David Bonitsky |
| David Britt |
| Dean DeFlippo |
| Diana Siegel |
| Dominic Clinch |
| Dylan Broomfield |
| Elan Fullmer |
| Elizabeth Kretzing |
| Emily Bartos |
| Emily K Sequin |
| Emily Zupanick |
| Emma Platten |
| Emma Rosato |
| Enrica Galasso |
| Eric Rall |
| Erich Devendorf |
| Evan Beckerman |
| Fatimata Gory |
| Gavin Stevens |
| Grace E Al-Sheikh |
| Gustav Neubohn |
| Haim Matharu |
| Hannah VanEchaute |
| Harlan Toussaint |
| Hayley Shelton |
| Heewoon Kim |
| Ian Hawkins |
| Ian Kilpatrick |
| Ian Pointer |
| Ian Storrs |
| Jacob David Gómez |
| Jacob Lyon |
| Jacqueline Kim |
| Jeanette Sova |
| Jillian Burgoyne |
| Jimmy Zhang |
| John D'Amaro |
| John Hilla |
| John M. Battistelli |
| John Tacklyn |
| Jose Arturo Venegas |
| Joseph Guida |
| Joshua Hintz |
| Joshua Huizinga |
| Julia Jesse |
| Kapena Chee |
| Katherine Driscoll |
| Kelly S. Farmer |
| Kendra Miller |
| Kristina Zeo |
| Lars J. Brasz |
| Lauren Smales |
| Leah England |
| Lukas Morris |
| Luke D'Aquila |
| Marco Svolinsky |
| Marisa A. Prior |
| Mark Seibel |
| Matan Marom |
| Matthew Russell |
| Maxwell Martin |
| Meghan Reilly |
| Michael C. Jones |
| Michael Fortin |
| Michael J. Garrett |
| Michael Matzura |
| Michael P. Dilorenzo |
| Mohammad Traore |
| Nate W. Kuslis |
| Nicholas Pasco |
| Nick Impastato |
| Patrick T. Ostoyich |
| Philip S. Gwyther |
| Rachael Beresford |
| Rebecca L. Altman |
| Renee Brogley |
| Richard Nguyen |
| Riehen Walsh |
| Riley M. Gourde |
| Rishov Chatterjee |
| Robin Cesario |
| Rohan Sekhri |
| Rosanna Tilelli |
| Ross L . DiLiegro |
| Ryan Milcarek |
| Ryan Mussaw |
| Rylee Smith |
| Sajda Nuriddin |
| Sasha Valitutti |
| Savanna L. Horan |
| Sean Ward |
| Silvio-Antonio Nicola Zallo |
| Steve Criscione |
| Sydney Jud |
| Taylor Davis |
| Thomas Condon |
| Tim Castelein |
| Timothy Ha |
| Tyler J. Plant |
| Wade K. Willatt |
| Zane Hearst |
| Zoe Kendrick |