For many years, Harrison REMC has offered members the option of a Time-of-Use rate. Time-of-Use rate plans are based on how much energy you use and when you use it. By shifting some electricity use to times when costs are less and demand is down, you can lower your bill and support a healthier environment…. Continue reading.

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital… Continue reading.

When charging, always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Don’t use extension cords, multi-outlet power strips, surge protection strips or similar devices. Do not use an electrical outlet that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.

The Electric Assistance Program is designed to help REMC members who are 150 percent below the poverty level pay their electric bills in time of need. You can help by sending a donation of any amount to the program. Each member donation will be matched by equal funds from Harrison REMC.* All contributions made to… Continue reading.

The heating of poultry barns can be a huge expense for farmers, especially during the winter. Opportunities to find new and efficient ways to decrease energy use for barn heating could help lessen that burden. In that effort, the Beneficial Electrification League (BEL), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting beneficial electrification of the economy, along… Continue reading.

“The holidays.” I love everything about this time of year. Just the thought of the holiday season brings a smile to my face and evokes a sense of comfort and nostalgia. Recalling family gatherings and traditions warms my heart and fills my senses.  It’s a time of reflection. I’m grateful for my own family as… Continue reading.

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.

Harrison REMC will be closed on Dec. 23, 24 and 31. The employees and directors would like to wish all members a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Santa will not be visiting REMC this year. This was a tough call to make as it’s one of our favorite events of the year, but because… Continue reading.

Hoosier Energy, your co-op’s power provider, routinely inspects grid components, including the conductor that transmits high-voltage power throughout central and southern Indiana. This process is labor-intensive as it requires de-energizing a portion of the grid. Line crews can then safely remove a section of the conductor and send it to a lab to determine if… Continue reading.

Solar energy is more popular than ever before.  With technology improving, it has become a reputable energy source and will continue to be in the future. Recently, interest in solar power among members has grown, and we now have local contractors as well as those outside of the area selling and installing solar panels in… Continue reading.