ITAC Center of the Year: 2022
The University of Missouri-Columbia Industrial Assessment Center (MZ-ITAC) provides free energy, productivity, and waste assessments to small and medium-sized industrial facilities through funding provided by the US Department of Energy.
| 369 | Assessments |
| 2,470 | Recommendations |
| 4.77 | Tbtu Energy Saving* |
| $49.04 | million Cost Savings* |
| 245 | Students Trained |
*Recommended Savings
University of Missouri-Columbia also coordinates activities with:
Wichita State University
Energy Engineering related programs, degrees, etc:
Related Papers & Publications
Saad A Alsamraee, Sanjeev Khanna, Long-Term Electricity Demand Forecasting of a University Campus Based on Advanced Deep Learning Artificial Neural Network Algorithms, Results in Engineering, 08/08/2025 | doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.106683, 2025
Saad Alsamraee, Meftah Uddin, Rupesh Devapati, and Sanjeev Khanna, Evaluating the Long-Term Impact of Industrial Training and Assessment Centers On Industrial Energy Efficiency In the United States, International J. of Energy Management (IJEM), Vol. 7, Issue 4., August 2025, 2025
Meftah Uddin and Sanjeev K. Khanna, Sensitivity analysis for identifying key parameters affecting energy consumption in early-stage building design, Energy and Buildings, Volume 342, September 2025 | doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2025.115848, 2025
Noteworthy Feedback
"Thank you for the visit. I think this was very productive. I think we will have some good projects based on this assessment. I thank you for your team’s... more"
- Source: Ted Watters, Engineering Manager, 11/07/2025
"On behalf of the Richmond MO team, I wanted to extend my sincere thanks for you and your team coming out to conduct the energy assessment. Your team... more"
- Source: Yasmin Michalowicz, Project Manager, Henkel Corp., 09/02/2025
"Good afternoon, Dr. Khanna, We wanted to thank you and your amazing team for coming to assess us here in Kansas City. We really appreciate the time and... more"
- Source: Simone Paton, Environmental & Safety Specialist, Parker's America, 07/09/2025
Papers & Publications
2025
4 Papers / Publications
Saad A. Alsamraee, Sanjeev Khanna, High-resolution energy consumption forecasting of a university campus power plant based on advanced machine learning techniques, Energy Strategy Reviews, Volume 60, July 2025, | doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esr.2025.101769 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Meftah Uddin and Sanjeev K. Khanna, Sensitivity analysis for identifying key parameters affecting energy consumption in early-stage building design, Energy and Buildings, Volume 342, September 2025 | doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.enbuild.2025.115848 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Saad Alsamraee, Meftah Uddin, Rupesh Devapati, and Sanjeev Khanna, Evaluating the Long-Term Impact of Industrial Training and Assessment Centers On Industrial Energy Efficiency In the United States, International J. of Energy Management (IJEM), Vol. 7, Issue 4., August 2025 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Saad A Alsamraee, Sanjeev Khanna, Long-Term Electricity Demand Forecasting of a University Campus Based on Advanced Deep Learning Artificial Neural Network Algorithms, Results in Engineering, 08/08/2025 | doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rineng.2025.106683 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
2013
6 Papers / Publications
Bin Wu, Sandina Ponte, and Chatchai Pinthuprapa, Institutionalization of Industrial Best Practice of Energy Efficiency: The Case of a Global Manufacturing Organization, Periodical of Applied Mechanics and Materials Vols. 316-317 (2013) pp 91-94, Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., Education the next generation of energy-savvy workforce, American Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 4, pp85-91 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., The Complete Cycle to Achieve Industrial Energy Efficiency – Concept, Resources, And Application, Journal of International Energy Policy – Spring 2013 Volume 2, Number 1, pp 23-30 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Bin Wu, Sandina Ponte and Chatchai Pinthuprapa, Institutionalization of Industrial Best Practice of Energy Efficiency: The Case of a Global Manufacturing Organization, Proceedings of International Conference of Energy and Environmental Engineering (ICEEEE 2013), E253 | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., Sandina Ponte and A. Khoshkhoo, Computer-Aided Adaptation of Superior Energy Performance and ISO50001, 2013 International Academic Conference, Paris | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B. and J. Abad, Model of Collaboration to Promote Energy Efficiency, 2013 Int. Academic Conf., Paris, Paris | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
2012
5 Papers / Publications
Wu, B., Sandina Ponte, Institutionalizing Energy Efficiency within the Manufacturing Industry: a Computer-Aided Framework for ISO50001, Proceedings of 2nd International Conference on Environment and Industrial Innovation (ICEII2012), Hong Kong | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., The Complete Cycle to Achieve Industrial Energy Efficiency – Concept, Resources, and Application, Proceedings of International Academic Conference, Maui | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., Educating the Next Generation of Energy-Savvy Workforce, Proceeding of International Academic Conference, RHI13-348, Maui | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., J. Wibbenmeyer, A. Khoshkhoo, Setting Achievable Goals for Industrial Energy Efficiency – a Structured Approach, Proceedings of International Academic Conference, Maui | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
C. Pinthuprapa, B. Wu, A Study of the Effectiveness of Energy Services in Public Schools, Proceedings of International Academic Conference, Maui | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
2011
1 Papers / Publications
Wu, B, The Complete Cycle to Institutionalize Energy Efficiency – Conceptual Framework, Tools, and Industrial Cases, Proceeding of Annual Conference of ACEEE, June, Niagara Falls | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
2009
3 Papers / Publications
Wu, B, A State-Wide Effort to Promote Best Practices in Industrial Energy Efficiency in Missouri, Proceedings of 2009 Energy Summit, pp243-251, ACEEE, White Water, NY | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B, et al, Manual Process Productivity Measurement — A Case Study in Pre-registration Department, SHS Annual Conference, Chicago | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B, How to improve energy efficiency in the manufacturing sector, Annual MUPA conference | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
2008
3 Papers / Publications
Khanna S., Wu, B., A Multi-Pronged Approach to Achieving Energy Efficiency, Annual Conference of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), Washington | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., Story, J., Tara O'Hare, Win, Win, Win: Integrating Lean, Clean and Energy Assessments, MEP National Conference, Orlando | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B, Identification of opportunities for improvement of industrial energy efficiency, Midwest Energy Summit, Columbia, USA | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
2007
3 Papers / Publications
Wu, B., A Systematic Effort to Promote Best Practices in Industrial Energy Efficiency, Annual Conference of ACEEE, Washington DC | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., Conceptual Framework of Healthcare Systems Engineering and Pilot Curriculum Development, Annual Conf of American Society for Engineering Education, Hawaii | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Wu, B., Promoting Awareness of Industrial Energy Efficiency and Waste Reduction in the University Students Population, Annual Conf of American Society for Engineering Education, Hawaii | University of Missouri-Columbia ITAC
Noteworthy Feedback
"Dr. Wu, Please see my responses below, in red. As we discussed over the phone, you are welcome to visit and see the changes we have made. We would be... more"
- Source: Shawn Torrez, Operations Manager - NKC, Arkema, 08/31/2015
"I am interested in a possible intern to focus on energy programs here, would this interest any student? Could be anytime for ?? how long."
- Source: Jim Westerdale, Facilities Engineer, Maxion Wheels, Sedalia Plant, 08/26/2015
"Silgan is very grateful for the opportunity to conduct multiple DOE assessments at our facilities. These audits not only allow us to gain valuable insight from... more"
- Source: Jessica Bango, Environmental Engineer, Silgan Containers, 08/05/2025
"On Jul 30, 2013, at 4:12 PM, Joe Kaufman wrote: Dr. Bin Wu O'Fallon Casting would like to thank Dr. Bin Wu and the IAC team for the Assessment report that... more"
- Source: Joe Kaufman, HR & Environmental Manager, O, 07/30/2013
"The report looks great! Very detailed and payback calculations make it easy for our team to prioritize. We are planning to discuss it tomorrow in our weekly... more"
- Source: Duane Clonts , Maintenance Manager, 05/19/2017
"Dr. Wu,..., We appreciate everything your team has done for us; . ... (the IAC team) were very professional and thorough during their visit, and we very much... more"
- Source: 05/08/2009
"Overall, the IAC Team from UMOC was very useful to us. In addition to the line items identified, having the IAC report gave us a platform to discuss our... more"
- Source: Ross Tompkins, Sealed Air, 04/25/2024
"Dr. Wu Thank You for performing the Energy Audit at Car-Anth Mfg. last year. The audit provided valuable information to Car-Anth while gaining your... more"
- Source: Tom Dussoild, CEO, Car-Anth Manufacturing, 03/15/2016
"Thanks for visiting our facility and completing the assessment. We need all the help we can get when it comes to energy reduction."
- Source: Eric Sucha, Plant Technical Manager, General Mills, 03/11/2014
"I did want to reach out to thank you and the team of students you brought to our St. Louis Site on Friday. Not only did we gain quite a bit of info related to... more"
- Source: Gary Satler, Business Director, PQ Corp, 02/10/2025
Contact Center
| Center Director | Sanjeev Khanna |
| khannas@missouri.edu | |
| Phone # | 1 (573) 884-9109 |
| Mailing Address |
E3412, Thomas and Nell Lafferre Hall, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department University of Missouri Columbia, MO 65211 |
| Assistant Director | Deepak Gupta |
| Assistant Director | Yue Jin |
University of Missouri-Columbia has trained 245 students
The following students participated in ITAC assessments with University of Missouri-Columbia since
2007.
The 88 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
The 88 students (in BOLD) have also been awarded ITAC student certificates for exceptional participation.
| Abdul Syed |
| Abdun Khalid |
| Adam Blumhagen |
| Adam Byrnes |
| Adam Dkhili |
| Adam Reddy |
| Adithyan Babu |
| Ahad Hosseini |
| Ahmed Bagaber |
| Ahmed Boucherih |
| Akhouri Amitanand Sinha |
| Alex Cunningham |
| Alex Straughn |
| Alexsander Crowe |
| Ali Anvari |
| Ali I. Alhajji |
| Ali Khoshkhoo |
| Alvin Lemaiyan |
| Ananth Chandrasekaran |
| Andrew Labarge |
| Andrew Polizzi |
| Andrew Pollizi |
| Andrew Reinhard |
| Andrew Townsend |
| Anirban Sarkar |
| Anthony Iannicola |
| Anurag Bommara |
| Anurathi Rajavally |
| Aravind Sri Saravanan Sevvilam Parithi |
| Arockia Stephna Maria Das Anna Victor |
| Ashley May |
| Asif R. Raz |
| Audrey Wood |
| Austin Laramie |
| Avery Decker |
| Babu Adithyan |
| Bahram Rajabi Far |
| Behnam Sabzi |
| BeiJia Yao |
| Ben J Simon |
| Ben Weiselman |
| Benjamin Beer |
| Benjamin King |
| Bibish Chaulagain |
| Bichen Zhang |
| Bilal Hameed |
| Blake Price |
| Bradford Barnett |
| Brady Beckham |
| Brandon Beck |
| Brian Kenney |
| Brianne Mcnutt |
| Brohde Bennett |
| Candice Dussold |
| Caroline C. Langley |
| Caroline Junker |
| Celeste Blum |
| Chatchai Pinthuprapa |
| Chathura Wickreme Seneviratne |
| Chi Yang |
| Chitralekha Chakraborty |
| Christian A. Hoyos Broja |
| Christine Anjali Noel Ramesh |
| Christopher Wurzer |
| Cole Harms |
| Colin McCarthy |
| Colm Barry |
| Connor McMillin |
| Connor Reed Walter |
| Curtis Singer |
| Daniel mcGarth |
| David Nunez |
| Dawei Li |
| Desiree Smith |
| Devi Vara Prasad Rayapaneni |
| Dian Trihastuti |
| Diarmait Ryan-Anderson |
| Divya Teja Pinnamaneni |
| Dong Yi |
| Dustin Smith |
| Dylan Eades |
| Edgar Olet |
| Eric Obermark |
| Evan King |
| Fengmin Su |
| Gabriel Ingram |
| Gargi Dashora |
| Gaurav Sangamnerkar |
| Gerhard Scheiders |
| Giridhar Pemmireddi |
| Graham French |
| Graham Walter |
| Gregory Allers |
| Gunjan Indapurkar |
| Haijun Li |
| Harrision CLark |
| Harrison Clark |
| Harsimranjot Singh Grewal |
| Hemant Tiwari |
| Huali Sun |