Ames in Focus: Power Moves with Nolan Sagan and DiMaucia Phanfil

In the final episode of Season One, we focus on how to reduce energy use, save money on your utility bills, and make your home more comfortable. Nolan Sagan, Sustainability Coordinator for the City of Ames, returns to the podcast. He is joined by DiMaucia Phanfil from Green Iowa AmeriCorps. Together, they explain how free home energy audits work, what common problems they find in local homes, and how the City’s rebate program can help residents take action.

Episode Highlights:

• What a free home energy audit includes and how to sign up

• Common sources of energy loss in Ames homes

• How rebates support improvements such as new appliances and insulation

• Small changes that can lead to big savings

• A look ahead to a public event focused on understanding your utility bill

• Important reminders about City office closures and Library events during the holiday week

Helpful Links:

• Free Home Energy Audits: greeniowaamericorps.org/energyaudit

• Ames Electric Services Rebates: CityofAmes.org/Sustainability

Programming Notes: This episode marks the end of Season One of Ames in Focus. We will return next week with Season Two, beginning with a new conversation with Mayor John Haila.