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.
| 496 | Assessments |
| 4,228 | Recommendations |
| 2.68 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $56.81 | million Cost Savings* |
| 137 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
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
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
"Great job.
Great group of students, [the] professor/teacher was vey knowledgeable."
- Source: Larry Thompson, Safety/Facilities Manager, Schneider Packaging Equipment, 10/03/2025
"Good questions and information requests. Overall well organized and well done."
- Source: Steve Petersen, Senior Electrical Engineer, International Wire Group, 07/20/2026
"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
"Student are knowledgeable about energy saving practices"
- Source: Facility Manger, 06/21/2019
"This is a great service for small business owners in our community! Having this analysis is not something we would have been easily able to afford and I'm sure... more"
- Source: John F. Sharkey IV, Vice President, Universal Metal Works, 06/14/2016
"Asking for Information in advance made the site visit go smoother. The students took the lead during the visit and asked very relevant questions during the... more"
- Source: Manufacturing Manager, Gorbel, 05/05/2017
"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
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 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.
The 68 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.