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.
| 502 | Assessments |
| 4,291 | Recommendations |
| 2.68 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $58.91 | million Cost Savings* |
| 139 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
Syracuse University also coordinates activities with:
Clarkson University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
Recent Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
""Presentation was well done and well presented"."
- Source: Juan Latorre, Engineering/Maintenance Manager, Pyrotek, 09/11/2026
""Everyone was very focused and professional"."
- Source: Michael Stoots, EHS/Facilities Manager, Bartell Machinery Systems L.L.C., 07/22/2026
"Good questions and information requests. Overall well organized and well done."
- Source: Steve Petersen, Senior Electrical Engineer, International Wire Group, 07/20/2026
Assessment - Case Studies
Noteworthy Feedback
"Great job.
Great group of students, [the] professor/teacher was vey knowledgeable."
- Source: Larry Thompson, Safety/Facilities Manager, Schneider Packaging Equipment, 10/03/2025
"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
"Knowledge of programs and incentives were strong. Billing information breakdown very useful."
- Source: Ivan Zahariev, Production Control And Logistics Information Systems, Markin Tubing, 07/18/0018
"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
"All participants were professional, prompt, knowledgeable, and respectful. I enjoyed hearing about potential savings."
- Source: Eric Hoffman, Controller, MOD-PAC, 06/15/2026
"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
"All the people were polite + friendly and nice to have on site. They brought up a few issues that will definitely help us save money, and pointed out areas for... more"
- Source: Andrew Porter, Special Projects Manager, Bestway of New York, Inc, 06/04/2026
"Very Impressed! Professional, knowledgeable and very helpful."
- Source: Michael Polino, Facilities Technician, Calspan Corporation, 02/26/2016
"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
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 139 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.