Seven Boone REMC linemen competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 22–23 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. INDIVIDUAL COMPETITORS WERE: THE BOONE REMC TEAM INCLUDED:  The linemen competed in events that tested skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue, and safely… Continue reading.

Communities come in all shapes and sizes. Some are based on geographical proximity or shared interests and hobbies, and some communities can even be found in virtual spaces like social media groups. Regardless of where or how they are formed, communities can bring people together and create a sense of belonging.  As the first electric… Continue reading.

Did you know that if your TV, computer, and other appliances are plugged in, they quietly drain electricity — all day, every day — even when turned off? When switched off or in a standby mode, electric power consumed by products is known as standby power or phantom loads. While it may not be readily… Continue reading.

Boone REMC no longer sells electric water heaters, but we will still honor the six-year warranty of any electric water heater purchased from Boone REMC. We are happy to work with members to determine eligibility for reimbursement if a water heater is under warranty and needs to be replaced. Additionally, we no longer offer a… Continue reading.

Wabash Valley Power Alliance is a not-for-profit electric cooperative that provides wholesale power to 23 electric distribution cooperatives. That makes us a co-op of co-ops! Our strong partnership with our member co-ops across Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri is how we deliver great rates. 1) AN ELECTRIFYING JOURNEY How does the partnership work? Imagine electricity as… Continue reading.

Fall is a good time to schedule a tune-up for your heating system. Home heating accounts for a large portion of winter energy bills, and no matter what kind of system you have, you can save energy and money by regularly maintaining your equipment. Proper equipment maintenance and upgrades, combined with recommended insulation, air sealing,… Continue reading.

Because transparency is a core value of electric cooperatives, we have a responsibility to tell you about not only our successes but also our challenges. In May, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule that impacts energy production from power plants. The power plant rule will challenge access to reliable electricity for communities… Continue reading.

With SmartHub, our member-facing account management tool, you can control which notifications you receive and how. The newest option available is payment reminders. You can decide how many days prior to your bill due date you would like to receive a reminder and whether you want an email or a text message. This can help… Continue reading.

If you currently own an electric vehicle or purchase one, please let us know so we can better serve you. As more members buy EVs, it’s helpful to know where they’re located in our area so we can ensure we have the necessary infrastructure in place to meet charging needs and provide reliable power to… Continue reading.

Before conducting home energy audits as LaGrange County REMC’s Energy Advisor, Jake Taylor was involved in building houses — from breaking ground to handing the keys to the new homeowner. He also taught a trades class to many of the young builders working on them and showed them the potential of a career. Taylor spent… Continue reading.

Indiana’s electric cooperatives and their statewide magazine, Indiana Connection, are accepting applications for awards that recognize the community spirit of Indiana’s youth. The Youth Power and Hope Awards program honors Indiana students in fifth through eighth grades who are leaders in their communities. Up to five qualified candidates will be selected to receive $500 and… Continue reading.