Watt's Up, Wisconsin?

Long before energy efficiency became common business practice, Charlie Schneider, Dean Lauby and John Nicol helped build Wisconsin’s statewide approach. In this 25th anniversary episode, the three longtime experts share how Focus on Energy earned the trust of utilities and customers and how Energy Advisors became valued partners to Wisconsin businesses. Hear how practical energy improvements have helped factories, farms, schools and public buildings control costs, strengthen operations and supp

A boiler failure during a Wisconsin winter can mean emergency repair costs, unhappy tenants and a rushed replacement decision. Planning ahead gives multifamily property owners more time to understand the building's needs, compare equipment and explore available incentives. In this episode of Watt's Up, Wisconsin?, host Ron Giordan talks with Focus on Energy multifamily expert Doug Dettlaff about: Energy-saving support available for multifamily common areas and individual units How an Energy A

Home energy projects can get confusing fast. Should you replace your windows, add insulation or look at solar? What does a blower door test reveal? And does a ceiling fan actually cool the room? In this episode of Watt’s Up, Wisconsin?, we talk with Karl Hilker, one of our "Energy Experts" who will be at the State Fair! Bring your questions to the Focus on Energy booth at We Energies Energy Park from 1:30–2:30 p.m. on August 7–9 and August 14–16. You can submit a home energy question through

Focus on Energy is celebrating 25 years of helping Wisconsin residents and businesses save energy and money — and renewable energy has changed dramatically during that time. In this episode of Watt’s Up, Wisconsin?, host Ron Giordan talks with longtime clean energy advocate and former RENEW Wisconsin leader Michael Vickerman about the early days of renewable energy in Wisconsin, the launch of Focus on Energy, and how solar grew from a small, expensive idea into a practical option for homes, far

What does it take to build an energy-efficient home in Wisconsin? As Focus on Energy celebrates 25 years of helping Wisconsinites save energy and money, we're joined by two builders who have helped shape the future of residential construction across the state. Eric Willman of Veridian Homes and Cody Filipczak of C&M Builders discuss how homebuilding has evolved over the past quarter century, why energy efficiency has become a standard part of quality construction, and what today's homebuyers e

Explore easy, affordable ways to save energy at home with the Focus on Energy Marketplace. In this episode of Watt’s Up Wisconsin, Ron Giordan and guest Jill Deso break down the new room-focused energy-saving packs, DIY upgrades, and simple products that help Wisconsin residents cut energy waste, improve comfort, and lower utility bills. From LED lighting and advanced power strips to weatherstripping and air sealing, learn how small changes can lead to big savings.