Celebrating Local Energy Champions — And Inspiring What’s Next

This spring and summer, FOCUS ON ENERGY® hit the road — from the shores of Lake Superior to the industrial heart of the Fox Valley — honoring some of Wisconsin’s most forward-thinking businesses and organizations with the 2025 Energy Efficiency Excellence Awards.

In Kaukauna, the team at Ahlstrom’s Thilmany Mill proved legacy industries can lead with sustainability. Their upgrades to lighting, compressed air, and water systems have cut costs while keeping local jobs strong.  

In Fond du Lac, Riley Electric Supply showed us how a family business can build a culture of energy smarts from the ground up.  

And in South Milwaukee, Emerson — Appleton Group reminded us even iron foundries can be models of innovation.

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Each winner has a story worth sharing — and starting this September, we’ll do just that. Their success stories are packed with ideas and insights your business can use. Whether you're just getting started or looking to go further, these stories can help guide your journey or provide inspiration.

Click and see the past award recipients and their success stories!

Designing with Energy Efficiency in Mind Proves Profitable

Focus on Energy congratulates the following Business New Construction Trade Ally Contractors on their annual energy savings achievements!  

• The Boldt Company
• Miron Construction Co., Inc.
• KEE Architecture
• HGA
• Greenwood Consulting Group LLC
• Vogel Bros. Building Co.

Click on the company name to see how each prioritized energy efficiency during design, maximizing opportunities for savings and building owner incentives.

Learn how Focus on Energy Trade Ally Contractors can help your business!

Learn. Save. Repeat. 24/7 Energy Efficiency Training

Whether you run a small shop or manage a large facility, Focus on Energy is here to help you make smarter energy decisions in 2025—and we’ve got the webinars (and incentives) to prove it.

We have FREE, expert-led webinars designed to help your business save energy and money without guesswork. From understanding compressed air systems to boosting the efficiency of your restaurant or office space, there’s something for every business.  

Our recorded webinars ready for you to watch and learn include:

• Building Envelope Basics
• Compressed Air Efficiency
• Pumping Systems 101
• Energy Management Best Practices  
• Energy Planning for Restaurants  
• Turning Energy Audits into Action

Click and explore 24/7 webinars and upcoming trainings. 

Upcoming Training Opportunities

Webinars:

• August 6-7: HVAC Applications for Commercial, Small Industrial, Schools & Gov't
  (Two-part webinar Aug. 6 and 7 from 9-11 a.m. both days.)
• *September 9: The Four Seasons: Heat Pumps (9-10 a.m.)
• September 16: Compressed Air: Identifying, Analyzing, Implementing Energy Reductions Opportunities (8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.)
• *September 30: Gas Fueled Manufacturing Processes (9-10 a.m.)

*Notes a recording of this webinar will be available for one year after presentation date and can be found here: Available webinars and recordings.

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