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 |
| 4,148 | Recommendations |
| 2.55 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $55.11 | 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
"Team was prepared to begin on time and had all of the equipment needed to perform the work. This was well executed!"
- Source: Parminder Banga, Engineering Manager, 07/20/2023
"Students asked great questions. All were very observant."
- Source: Mike Chambers, Shipping/Maintenance Mgr, Riverhawk Company, 07/17/2024
"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
"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
"Team was well prepared, including appropriate PPE. Prior experience is admirable, Very focused visit."
- Source: TitanX Engine Cooling, 06/13/2019
"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
"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
"I was impressed with the knowledge on how we are billed for demand and usage. The team was very knowledgeable at the process of energy consumption and how to... more"
- Source: Micheal Popovich, Maintenance Manager, 02/14/2025
"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 |
| 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 68 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
The 68 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.