Student Research Award Winner: 2022
The Michigan State University Industrial Assessment Center (MU-ITAC) provides free energy, productivity, and waste assessments to small and medium-sized industrial facilities through funding provided by the US Department of Energy.
96 | Assessments |
762 | Recommendations |
0.36 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
$6.15 | million Cost Savings* |
88 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Michigan State University also coordinates activities with:
Henry Ford College
Michigan Technological University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:


Related Papers & Publications
Andreana Roxas, Aniruddha Naik, Kristen Cetin, Annick Anctil, George Berhorn, Motivations, Barriers, and Opportunities to Support the Decarbonization of Industrial and Commercial Buildings, 2024 ASHRAE Winter Conference, 2024
Behlul Kula, Andreana Roxas, Kristen Cetin, Annick Anctil, George Berghorn, Virtual Reality-Based Energy Assessment Process, 2024 Construction Research Congress, Des Moines, IA, 2024
Kula, B., A. Roxas, K. Cetin, G. Berghorn, and A. Anctil, Implementation of VR Technology for Energy Audit Training and Workforce Development, Journal of Management in Engineering | doi:10.1061/JMENEA.MEENG-6169, 2024
Noteworthy Feedback
"I though the overall process was great and it was easy. I think the best thing that came out was looking at ways to manage our biosolids residuals since it is... more"
- Source: Greg Tatara, Genoa Oceloa, 2024-04-03
"Our assessment provided was extremely thorough. The on site meeting was the most beneficial I believe, as it made it possible to answer questions more easily,... more"
- Source: Brittany Rathbun, Village Clerk, The Village of Lawton, 2024-06-23
"The assessment was good, sophisticated equipment that I don’t have, and fresh sets of eyes, we were able to look at the building and test processes for... more"
- Source: 2024-05-06
Papers & Publications
2024
3 Papers / Publications
Andreana Roxas, Aniruddha Naik, Kristen Cetin, Annick Anctil, George Berhorn, Motivations, Barriers, and Opportunities to Support the Decarbonization of Industrial and Commercial Buildings, 2024 ASHRAE Winter Conference | Michigan State University ITAC
Behlul Kula, Andreana Roxas, Kristen Cetin, Annick Anctil, George Berghorn, Virtual Reality-Based Energy Assessment Process, 2024 Construction Research Congress, Des Moines, IA | Michigan State University ITAC
Kula, B., A. Roxas, K. Cetin, G. Berghorn, and A. Anctil, Implementation of VR Technology for Energy Audit Training and Workforce Development, Journal of Management in Engineering | doi:10.1061/JMENEA.MEENG-6169 | Michigan State University ITAC
2023
1 Papers / Publications
Behlul Kula, Andreana Roxas, Kristen Cetin, Annick Anctil, George Berghorn, Developing and Evaluating a Virtual Training Process for Energy Audit Education, 2023 American Society of Engineering Education Annual Confernece, Baltimore, MD | Michigan State University ITAC
Noteworthy Feedback
"We were happy with the process and working with the students and faculty who spent the day at our facility doing the assessment. The testing equipment that they brought with them (e.g. compressed air leak finder) was very helpful to quickly determine opportunities to make energy savings repairs. We appreciated the analysis work on the solar panel installation cost and ROI estimate."
"We were happy with the process and working with the students and faculty who spent the day at our facility doing the assessment. The testing equipment that they brought with them (e.g. compressed air leak finder) was very helpful to quickly determine opportunities to make energy savings repairs. We appreciated the analysis work on the solar panel installation cost and ROI estimate."
"We were happy with the process and working with the students and faculty who spent the day at our facility doing the assessment. The testing equipment that they brought with them (e.g. compressed air leak finder) was very helpful to quickly determine opportunities to make energy savings repairs. We appreciated the analysis work on the solar panel installation cost and ROI estimate."
"We were happy with the process and working with the students and faculty who spent the day at our facility doing the assessment. The testing equipment that they brought with them (e.g. compressed air leak finder) was very helpful to quickly determine opportunities to make energy savings repairs. We appreciated the analysis work on the solar panel installation cost and ROI estimate."
- Source: 2025-04-08
"The assessment was amazing and the team was professional and very knowledgable about energy consumption and potential to reduce energy costs."
- Source: Timothy A. Brannan, President, Brandino Properties, 2024-07-09
"The team that came out to the building was easy to work with, knowledgeable, and competent. The continued support and suggestions have made this process possible. One thing not listed on here is we did contact and have DTE do a steam trap survey based on the team's recommendation."
"The team that came out to the building was easy to work with, knowledgeable, and competent. The continued support and suggestions have made this process possible. One thing not listed on here is we did contact and have DTE do a steam trap survey based on the team's recommendation."
"The team that came out to the building was easy to work with, knowledgeable, and competent. The continued support and suggestions have made this process possible. One thing not listed on here is we did contact and have DTE do a steam trap survey based on the team's recommendation."
"The team that came out to the building was easy to work with, knowledgeable, and competent. The continued support and suggestions have made this process possible. One thing not listed on here is we did contact and have DTE do a steam trap survey based on the team's recommendation."
- Source: Ryon J Maples, Building Engineer, GESU Church and School, 2024-05-31
"Great to have the team come in and confirm current practices and add options for increasing efficiency via a thourough building analysis."
- Source: David, Owner, Blackrocks Brewery, 2024-05-16
"I think the assessment went very well. Students were very engaged and developed valid and demonstrable energy efficiency recommendations."
- Source: Nicholas Paseiro, IEMP Coordinator - CEM, Henry Ford College, 2024-05-14
"The process was well organized and professional. Other recommendations were made including the replacement or sealing of several man doors. Our biggest offender was the double door outside of the cafeteria which we had replaced. We are also replacing our current air compressor and I have asked to include heat recovery as part of the quote which was also a recommendation of the team."
"The process was well organized and professional. Other recommendations were made including the replacement or sealing of several man doors. Our biggest offender was the double door outside of the cafeteria which we had replaced. We are also replacing our current air compressor and I have asked to include heat recovery as part of the quote which was also a recommendation of the team."
"The process was well organized and professional. Other recommendations were made including the replacement or sealing of several man doors. Our biggest offender was the double door outside of the cafeteria which we had replaced. We are also replacing our current air compressor and I have asked to include heat recovery as part of the quote which was also a recommendation of the team."
"The process was well organized and professional. Other recommendations were made including the replacement or sealing of several man doors. Our biggest offender was the double door outside of the cafeteria which we had replaced. We are also replacing our current air compressor and I have asked to include heat recovery as part of the quote which was also a recommendation of the team."
- Source: 2024-05-05
"Overall, we had a very positive experience with the assessment process. It was useful to have a third-party perspective in providing opportunities for improvement. This has led us to implement projects including submitting a grant to EGLE."
"Overall, we had a very positive experience with the assessment process. It was useful to have a third-party perspective in providing opportunities for improvement. This has led us to implement projects including submitting a grant to EGLE."
"Overall, we had a very positive experience with the assessment process. It was useful to have a third-party perspective in providing opportunities for improvement. This has led us to implement projects including submitting a grant to EGLE."
"Overall, we had a very positive experience with the assessment process. It was useful to have a third-party perspective in providing opportunities for improvement. This has led us to implement projects including submitting a grant to EGLE."
- Source: 2024-04-19
"I though the overall process was great and it was easy. I think the best thing that came out was looking at ways to manage our biosolids residuals since it is such an large energy usage to haul, transport, and dewater. Using, natural drying methods is definitely worth exploring."
"I though the overall process was great and it was easy. I think the best thing that came out was looking at ways to manage our biosolids residuals since it is such an large energy usage to haul, transport, and dewater. Using, natural drying methods is definitely worth exploring."
"I though the overall process was great and it was easy. I think the best thing that came out was looking at ways to manage our biosolids residuals since it is such an large energy usage to haul, transport, and dewater. Using, natural drying methods is definitely worth exploring."
"I though the overall process was great and it was easy. I think the best thing that came out was looking at ways to manage our biosolids residuals since it is such an large energy usage to haul, transport, and dewater. Using, natural drying methods is definitely worth exploring."
- Source: Greg Tatara, Genoa Oceloa, 2024-04-03
"Thank you for allowing us this opportunity. It was very beneficial to have experts in the industry go through each of the buildings and provide us with cost effective solutions. The estimated investment and simple payback section is very helpful in determining an order to complete recommendations."
"Thank you for allowing us this opportunity. It was very beneficial to have experts in the industry go through each of the buildings and provide us with cost effective solutions. The estimated investment and simple payback section is very helpful in determining an order to complete recommendations."
"Thank you for allowing us this opportunity. It was very beneficial to have experts in the industry go through each of the buildings and provide us with cost effective solutions. The estimated investment and simple payback section is very helpful in determining an order to complete recommendations."
"Thank you for allowing us this opportunity. It was very beneficial to have experts in the industry go through each of the buildings and provide us with cost effective solutions. The estimated investment and simple payback section is very helpful in determining an order to complete recommendations."
- Source: Deputy Director, 2023-03-10
"I would like to thank you and your team for the energy assessment you provided to our company. It was a joy to work with you and your team as we reviewed the opportunities for energy savings within our facility. The assessment report that you prepared for us was very descriptive. We have acted on some of these items already and we are working toward the rest in the upcoming year. I was impressed with your team's professional approach, as it was a superb representation of Michigan State University. We appreciated the opportunity to start a relationship with Michigan State University and look forward to growing our relationship moving forward."
"I would like to thank you and your team for the energy assessment you provided to our company. It was a joy to work with you and your team as we reviewed the opportunities for energy savings within our facility. The assessment report that you prepared for us was very descriptive. We have acted on some of these items already and we are working toward the rest in the upcoming year. I was impressed with your team's professional approach, as it was a superb representation of Michigan State University. We appreciated the opportunity to start a relationship with Michigan State University and look forward to growing our relationship moving forward."
"I would like to thank you and your team for the energy assessment you provided to our company. It was a joy to work with you and your team as we reviewed the opportunities for energy savings within our facility. The assessment report that you prepared for us was very descriptive. We have acted on some of these items already and we are working toward the rest in the upcoming year. I was impressed with your team's professional approach, as it was a superb representation of Michigan State University. We appreciated the opportunity to start a relationship with Michigan State University and look forward to growing our relationship moving forward."
"I would like to thank you and your team for the energy assessment you provided to our company. It was a joy to work with you and your team as we reviewed the opportunities for energy savings within our facility. The assessment report that you prepared for us was very descriptive. We have acted on some of these items already and we are working toward the rest in the upcoming year. I was impressed with your team's professional approach, as it was a superb representation of Michigan State University. We appreciated the opportunity to start a relationship with Michigan State University and look forward to growing our relationship moving forward."
- Source: Plant Manager, 2023-02-24
Contact Center
Center Director | Kristen Cetin |
cetinkri@msu.edu | |
Phone # | 1 (517) 355-5107 |
Mailing Address |
428 S. Shaw Lane, Room 3546 East Lansing, MI 48824 |
Assistant Director | Annick Anctil |
Other | Debrudra Mitra |
Assistant Director | George Berghorn |
Other | Nicholas Paseiro |
Other | Robert Handler |
Assistant Director | Ryan Gallagher |
Other | Susan Masten |
Michigan State University has trained 88 students
The following students participated in ITAC assessments with Michigan State University since
2022.
The 26 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
The 26 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
Aanchal Gupta |
Abbey Schwartz |
Abigale Elliott |
Ahmad Hajkadour |
Aleah Schmottlach |
Alex Morley |
Alyvia Lori |
Andreana Roxas |
Andrew Compton |
Aniruddha Naik |
Anya Morrison |
Behlul Kula |
Benjamin Bacon |
Benjamin R Toaz |
Brenden Watson |
Cade Person |
Caden VanderBerg |
Casey Maxwell |
Charles Wesley Reid |
Chris Conkling |
Clarke Weiland |
Daniela Ojeda |
Drew Barnes |
Ellen Mayes |
Emily Johnson |
Emily Kawka |
Emily Schoepke |
Emma Benedek |
Emma Claspell |
Eric Moore |
Ghassan Aldalali |
Giovanny Perez-Cruz |
Hadi Jaber |
Huzaifah Nadeem |
Isaiah Francis |
Jackson Frendo |
Jaewon Han |
Jenna Vernier |
John Bishop |
John Henry |
John Keiser |
Josette Rose Suarez |
Joshua Gleason |
Josie Caldwell |
Julianna Thompson |
Karim Garifullin |
Katherine Miller |
Katie Tonielli |
Kelly Dunn |
Kendall Kuderik |
Kevin Sachs |
Kristen Vance |
Letizia Laura |
Libby Umlor |
Logan Wells |
Luyao Yuan |
Mallika Kothari |
Maria Milan |
Marin Leboucher |
Massara Khalid |
Michael Burns |
Mohsen Hussain |
Muath Muqbel |
Nain Elicea |
Nathan Edmonds |
Nicole Johnson |
Nicole West |
Noah Luckwald |
Noureldin Darrag |
Nowreen Kabir |
Quinn Raleigh |
Raymond Buenzli |
Roshini Ram |
Rowan Thomas |
Saksham Subedi |
Sarah Anderson |
Sarah Scott |
Sean Fleming |
Tiera Valentine-Kelly |
Timothy Sysol |
Tito Evans |
Tony Nguyen |
Topher Taylor |
Tye Alfrey |
Victoria Redruello |
Waase Landgren |
Yusuf Basmaci |
Zachary Franz |