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.
| 485 | Assessments |
| 4,105 | Recommendations |
| 2.52 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $54.83 | million Cost Savings* |
| 130 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
Recent 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
"Students were very interested in all aspects of our facilities and how they are operated"
- Source: 09/08/2025
Assessment - Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"[went well/were impressed with] Overall Student Knowledge and Professionalism of student team."
- Source: Joshua Wheelock, Process Engineer, Corning Inc., 09/20/2024
"Students asked great questions. All were very observant."
- Source: Mike Chambers, Shipping/Maintenance Mgr, Riverhawk Company, 07/17/2024
"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
"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
"Impressed with the professionalism of the team. Great visit!"
- Source: Midstate Spring, 06/11/2025
"Students were focused and zeroed in on energy issues quickly. Report reflects well documented, easy to follow, evaluation of energy cost saving... more"
- Source: Bill Spizuoco, Corporate Environmental Manager, Omega Wire, Inc. - International Wire Group, 03/05/2015
"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
""The visit was thorough, yet concise and well organized." "
- Source: Bruce Iffert, Director of Facilities, Par Technology Corporation , 02/04/2015
"Very professional and knowledgeable."
- Source: Mark Bechteler, Manager of Manufacturing, Hollowick, Inc., 01/22/2016
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 130 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 |