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Utah Center for Renewables, Efficiency, and Workforce (U-CREW)

The U-CREW team provides no-cost energy consulting services to manufacturers and commercial buildings in the Intermountain Region. Our assessments require one day on-site in your facility, and we typically identify 10-20% energy and productivity savings.

Our Services

Comprehensive energy consulting services designed to help manufacturers and commercial building owners reduce costs and improve efficiency

University of Utah main campus with green trees and mountains in the background. University of Utah main campus with green trees and mountains in the background.

On-Site Energy Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of your facility to identify energy-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.

Professional Reports

Detailed engineering and economic analyses with actionable recommendations for energy conservation measures and cost savings.

10-20% Energy Savings

Proven track record of identifying significant energy and productivity improvements across various industries.

2-Year Payback Target

Focus on practical solutions with quick return on investment, typically within 2 years or less.

No-Cost Consulting

All services are provided at no cost to eligible manufacturers in the Intermountain Region.

Workforce Development

Training and development opportunities for students in energy efficiency and renewable technologies.

About ITAC at U-CREW

The Intermountain Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's national program dedicated to helping small and medium-sized manufacturers and commercial buildings improve their energy efficiency and competitiveness.

Hosted by U-CREW at the University of Utah, our center brings together faculty expertise, student talent, and industry partnerships to deliver comprehensive energy assessments and workforce development opportunities throughout the Intermountain Region.

DOE-Sponsored Program

Part of a prestigious national network of industrial assessment centers

University Partnership

Leveraging academic excellence and research capabilities of the University of Utah

Regional Focus

Serving manufacturers throughout the Intermountain West

U-CREW students conversing during an energy assessment. U-CREW students conversing during an energy assessment.

Our Mission

Energy Efficiency

Help manufacturers and commercial building owners identify and implement cost-effective energy conservation measures that reduce operational costs and environmental impact.

Workforce Development

Train the next generation of energy professionals through hands-on industrial assessments and real-world problem-solving experiences.

Regional Impact

Strengthen the competitiveness of Intermountain Region manufacturers and commercial businesses while promoting sustainable industrial practices.

Join the U-CREW Team

U-CREW offers undergraduate and graduate students hands-on experience supporting applied energy efficiency and assessment work. We primarily recruit engineering students, but also welcome applicants from other disciplines. Recruitment includes students from the University of Utah as well as other in-state institutions.

To indicate your interest in joining U-CREW, please complete the application form below.

Contact Us

Address

University of Utah
INSCC Building
155 S 1452 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84112

Email

julie.sieving@utah.edu

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