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Focus offers lighting incentives.

A benchmarking case study is available online.

There are no standard formulas when using HVAC setbacks.

Programs are available to help install solar projects.

A watt meter can help you measure the amount of electricity being used.

It is difficult to say for sure, without visiting your home

Both Tankless and Hybrid water heaters are good.

Water heaters can be used for radiant systems but not efficiently

Yes, but the furnace will need to meet program criteria.

Water and dirt can be associated with air leakage.

Various financial incentives are available.

By using waste heat you can save on your water heating bill.

Choosing the right insert for your fireplace...

This depends, read on…

You have up to 90 days from date of installation for the Cash-Back Reward.

I can direct you to another website for details.

Baseboard registers have flaps to regulate heat in each room.

Here are the incentives available from Focus.

Check these sites for more information.

Insulating brick homes can be problematic.

Shingles can be recycled.

Hire a professional to winterize the home.

Use the ENERGY STAR Savings Calculator to find out!

90% of WI’s renewable electricity standard may come from wind.

There may be federal tax credits available.

Things to look for in a new furnace include...

Here's a couple options you can try.

Focus recommends a set-back of 5 degrees or less.

When it comes to saving energy, you have choices. Read on!

Most pole barns have higher ceilings and require high bay lighting options

Tell your lighting designer that energy efficiency is a top priority.

Focus will not provide assistance in this case.

Yes, but they are paid to the builder.

Focus has some, read on!

As of this time, incentives for DDC upgrades would fall under the custom incentive category.

It is important to maximize the energy efficiency of your business before you purchase any renewable energy system.

Each Home Performance professional sets his own rate.

Find a consultant on our website!

Install an exhaust fan.

Focus can help analyze various energy efficiency and renewable technologies

The system doesn’t rely solely on renewable energy to work.

Work with a Home Performance professional in your area!

Businesses are eligible for lighting incentives

The watts used by appliances in standby varies.

Today's refrigerators use much less energy than older models

They’re available now, in both tank and tankless models.

There are some provisions in Wisconsin law. Read on.

Yes, please read on.

Natural gas is the least expensive to operate.

Have a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR evaluation.

Focus does not, but I can direct you to a Web site with good info.

Not from Focus but view this Web site for more information.

Use our search tool.

Neither. They both have benefits.

A power-vent water heater can.

Find the answer to this question on this link.

There is a considerable amount of saving opportunity here.

Visit the Focus Web site to view resources tto help your business.

Read on to learn more

Possibly, please read on for further details.

Have a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR evaluation.

They are about the same, 4,770 kWh per year. Read on.

"Stale air" is no harder to heat than "fresh air”.

Roof work may qualify for federal tax credits.

Not by county, but there is some info by utility.

Try using a programmable thermostat.

Get involved with Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®

Have a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR evaluation.

Your washer is an ENERGY STAR®.

In most cases the contractor can be added to the list.

There is not much information currently.

It depends on the crawlspace type.

Yes, provided they meet some requirements.

Rewards are available in 2010. Read on for more.

We are waiting for the DOE to come out with standards.

You can find the rules for interconnecting on the PSC’s Web site.

A typical desktop PC consumes about 5 times as much.

Options are available--read on.

This depends on a couple factors.

Watt meters help you measure the amount of electricity being used.

Contact Focus on Energy.

You will need to do a little investigating. Let us help!

There are a couple of Web sites you can visit.

Yes, CFLs come in three-way too!

Visit the Tax Incentives Web site.

Visit the Public Service Commission for more info

Find the Application on the Focus on Energy Web site.

Financial incentives are available but aren’t income-based.

There are a variety of options. Read on for more.

Turning down the thermostat will save you money.

16” – 18” would provide an R-49 value.

There are no state income tax incentives for windows.

It's best to work with your local utility early in the process.

Consider energy efficiency first!

At present, we’re not aware of anyone who is using wood gasification in this way.

Schedule yearly maintenance with a qualified contractor.

Visit our Become a Full Service Installer page!

It depends on where you live.

The cost-effectiveness of the heat pump depends.

Find out more about the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program.

Yes, but there are some factors. Read on for more.

DC vs. AC and the inverter...Read on!

Focus on Energy and the federal government have incentives!

The Skystream 3.7 is eligible for Focus incentives.

When installed properly, both adhere.

Visit the Tax Incentives Assistant Project Web site.

Wind-driven rain could soak the cavity insulation.

You may be eligible for assistance.

Utilities do not normally perform energy audits.

One percent of argon gas is typically “lost” every year.

When it comes to saving energy, you have choices. Read on!

Focus recommends installing a high-efficiency boiler.

Electrically commutated motor, which uses less electricity.

There is a calculation you can use. Read on for more.

Having a rating conducted can verify the payback.

The most effective way is by using a heat pump.

I suggest contacting a few heating contractors in your area.

Visit the Tax Incentives Assistant Project Web site.

There are many variables that determine the savings.

We can help you, read on to learn more.

You may want to check with a reputable heating contractor.

This is dependent on many factors.

I can direct you to another Web site for details.

There are multiple reasons why you might be experiencing this.

There may be tax credits available.

Your double oven could be wasting energy and money.

Sizing should be according to the home’s heat gain and loss.

Insulate attics to a minimum of R-50.

We can help you find a consultant!

Here’s some Web sites you can visit for more info.

Depends on the fan, cost of electricity and how it’s used.

Evaluations range in cost from about $300 to $400.

Get a site assessment!

There are state and Focus on Energy assistance programs available.

Focus on Energy does offer Cash-Back Rewards.

This is dependent on the suitability of the installation site.

Current research shows no link to adverse health effects.

Please visit this Web site for more information.

Insulating the rafters in our northern climate can be tricky.

There are several things you can do to find out more.

It costs over 30 times more to turn on the air.

Foil insulation is best suited for southern climates.

A little research will help.

You can save money in the long run with a tankless water heater.

A few calculations will help you out.

There are no credits for the audit, but there are incentives for improvements.

Check with the Federal Tax Incentives Assistant Project

Now is a great time to look at what tax credits are available.

There are no penalties if the system remains in place.

No, but it is a cost-effective solar option.

You likely won’t see a reduction at the electric meter.

You could save about $100 each year.

Yes, that’s right. Full freezers use less energy.

Focus on Energy works with eligible WI residents and businesses.

Yes, we have a couple of options for you.

Depending on the product purchased, incentives may be available.

Consider installing a rain cap on the chimney flue.

Yes, but the energy savings can vary.

This is not always the best choice for our short cooling season.

Tinting windows will help reduce heat gain in the summer.

There is no reward for thermostats right now.

There are many sites on the internet that can help you.

Both businesses and homeowners can save with efficient lighting!

Timers are available to help and habits can be changed.

Financial incentives and guidance are available from Focus.

The number is growing each year!

Proper air sealing & insulation may be a better option.

New windows are only a temporary fix, this is a moisture problem.

Visit focusonenergy.com/renewablemaps

Check with the Federal Tax Incentives Assistant Project.