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Turkey farm receives grant for energy-efficient updates through Hoosier Energy

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Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in A Co-op Perspective, Bartholomew County REMC, Clark County REMC, Daviess-Martin County REMC, Decatur County REMC, Dubois REC, Harrison REMC, Henry County REMC, Jackson County REMC, Orange County REMC, Southeastern Indiana REMC, Southern Indiana Power, WIN Energy REMC

Bryan Fuhs had his doubts, but it never hurts to try. So, the Montgomery, Indiana, turkey farmer applied for the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) through Hoosier Energy anyway. “I thought, ‘Well, it’s worth looking into,’” Fuhs said. “I needed to make energy-efficient updates anyway, so if the program’s…

Making the switch to an electric vehicle?

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Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in Harrison REMC

You’re likely noticing more electric vehicles (EVs) on the road and charging stations in shopping areas and other public locations. Several factors, such as new vehicle options, lower prices, additional charging stations, and financial incentives, are driving the increasing popularity of EVs. According to Kelley Blue Book (KBB), EVs accounted for 7.6% of all sales… Continue reading.

Apply for youth programs

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Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in Harrison REMC

Each year, Harrison REMC is excited to shine a spotlight on our youth programs and the youth in the community who participate in them. Harrison REMC sponsors programs to help middle and high school students learn more about energy, the cooperative business model, history, government, and much more. Below are the youth programs offered. PAGE… Continue reading.

Director petitions now available

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Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in Harrison REMC

Being a member of an electric co-op is a unique opportunity to be part of the decision-making process in a business. Because Harrison REMC is a cooperative, it is owned by its members. That means members are responsible for voting for fellow members to take leadership positions on the board of directors. Each spring, Harrison… Continue reading.

Meet your Junior Board of Directors

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Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in Kankakee Valley REMC

The Junior Board of Directors program is now in its third year, offering high school juniors a valuable opportunity to network with fellow young leaders and experienced business professionals. From October until May, students will participate in fun activities that will strengthen leadership skills and career development while interacting with the cooperative, local businesses, community… Continue reading.

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Operation Round Up scholarships

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Posted on Dec 15, 2024 in Kankakee Valley REMC

Two $2,000 and four $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to high school graduating students whose parents or guardians are KV REMC member-consumers. Students must be graduating in 2025 and planning to attend a college, university, or technical school in the fall of 2025. Parents or guardians must be Operation Round Up participants by Jan. 28… Continue reading.