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.

Selecting the right water heater for your home involves considering efficiency and cost. With a range of options available, understanding the differences between traditional electric, heat pump, and gas water heaters can help you make an informed decision. Here’s a comparison to guide you in the decision-making process. EFFICIENCY AND PERFORMANCE COST CONSIDERATIONS INSTALLATION AND… Continue reading.

Our free SmartHub app makes it simple and convenient to do the following:  Just download the FREE mobile or tablet app at smarthubapp.com. Don’t have a tablet or smartphone? No problem. You can use the SmartHub interface from your computer. Just go to fcremc.coop and click on “SmartHub.”

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.

If you’re like me, there are aspects of your life that become sort of a daily routine. I get ready for work, get in my car, and drive to the coffee shop on the way to the office. At lunchtime, I drive to the nearest fast-food location and get lunch. Once I finally end the… Continue reading.

I recall one stormy summer when a string of thunderstorms swept through our area for four consecutive days. On one of those nights, the power at our house went out. The first thing my 9-year-old daughter asked was, “How long will it be off?” Trying to manage expectations, I told her it could be anywhere… Continue reading.

Our free SmartHub app makes it simple and convenient to do the following: Just download the FREE mobile or tablet app at smarthubapp.com. Don’t have a tablet or smartphone? No problem. You can use the SmartHub interface from your computer. Just go to fcremc.coop and click on “SmartHub.”

Although buses are once again shuttling students to school, the sweltering summer heat still kicks on the air conditioning, draining more money from wallets. While it’s early in the school year for tests, there are three elementary steps to long-term energy savings and keeping more money in your wallet. Just seal, insulate, and equip to… Continue reading.

Have you ever watched a video or TV show where a person is cooking a meal, then suddenly, they snap their fingers, and the meal is plated and ready to eat? That’s called a jump cut. While we wish we could “jump cut” from a power outage to power restoration, it can often take a… Continue reading.

Judging electric projects at some of the surrounding 4-H fairs is something I have been doing since I started at Fulton County REMC. These fairs showcase young participants’ ingenuity and hard work, providing them with a platform to demonstrate their skills and creativity. The last few weeks of June, extending into early July, usually involve… Continue reading.

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