OPINION For the past two decades the state of Wisconsin has demonstrated to the rest of the country what it’s like to offer a successful statewide program that encourages and supports cost-effective solutions to save energy and money. With the Focus on Energy Program celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, we must continue to build on the tremendous economic benefits we’ve achieved.
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