Episodes

  • "Watt's Up, Wisconsin?" Episode 3 - Inside a Home Energy Assessment

    "Watt's Up, Wisconsin?" Episode 3 - Inside a Home Energy Assessment
    Sep 15 2025
    You’ll hear how assessments uncover things you can’t spot on your own, like hidden air leaks, insulation gaps, or even safety issues that affect your family’s comfort and health. Andy also shares real stories of homeowners who made upgrades after an assessment and saw immediate improvements—lower bills, fewer drafts, and homes that just felt better.
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    23 mins
  • Watt's Up, Wisconsin Episode 2 - How Focus on Energy Helps Wisconsin Homes & Businesses

    Watt's Up, Wisconsin Episode 2 - How Focus on Energy Helps Wisconsin Homes & Businesses
    Aug 25 2025

    In this episode of Watt’s Up Wisconsin, host Ron Giordan is joined by two Focus on Energy program managers—Hayley Gigous (Residential) and Michael Plunkett (Business)—to share how Wisconsin residents and businesses can take advantage of energy-saving opportunities.

    Together, they cover:

    Free energy-saving packs every household can order each year

    Rebates and discounts that make big home upgrades more affordable

    Home energy assessments that uncover hidden savings and improve comfort

    Inflation Reduction Act rebates that can cover up to 100% of project costs

    Success stories from Wisconsin businesses, including one saving over $1.3 million annually

    Whether you’re a homeowner, renter, farmer, or business leader, this episode offers practical insights on how Focus on Energy can help you cut costs, reduce energy waste, and make your home or workplace more efficient.

    Start your journey at focusonenergy.com

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  • "Watt's Up, Wisconsin?" Episode 1 - Focus on Wisconsin’s Energy Efficiency Efforts

    "Watt's Up, Wisconsin?" Episode 1 - Focus on Wisconsin’s Energy Efficiency Efforts
    Jul 10 2025
    In this kickoff episode, host Ron Giordan talks with Erin Soman, Executive Director of Focus on Energy, about the origins of the program, how it works, and the many ways it helps Wisconsin residents and businesses save energy and money. They cover: How Focus on Energy got started How to get free products and home energy assessments Working with local Trade Ally contractors Energy-saving strategies for businesses Helpful links:
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    17 mins