Orange County REMC
Orange County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Orleans, Indiana. As a cooperative, Orange County REMC follows seven core principles that are universal to cooperatives worldwide. Among those principles is one stressing education, training and information. Indiana Connection, a monthly magazine published especially for Indiana’s electric cooperative members, is one way the REMC informs and educates its members. Indiana Connection is available not only in a print format, but as an electronic publication for those who prefer getting their information on their electronic devices.
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Rebates and incentive programs
Members who use energy wisely by upgrading or installing energy efficient heat pumps, geothermal units or even water heaters can reap immediate as well as long-term rewards. There are now several types of rebates and incentives available to members, from $50 for appliance recycling up to $1,500 for energy efficient HVAC systems, depending on the… Continue reading.
Operation Round Up update
The board of trustees for Operation Round Up® met in November to award $6,550 to local groups, school clubs and organizations. The recipients are listed below. This brings the grand total of grants awarded in our community to $445,364.91 since we began the program in 2003. Huron Baptist Church: $1,000 Orange County Publishing Co. Great… Continue reading.
Trustees complete terms on board
Operation Round Up trustees Kelly Wade and Sandra Blanton were recently recognized for completing their terms of service. The board of trustees includes seven Orange County REMC members who serve on a volunteer basis. We appreciate the time these two individuals dedicated to our co-op and the community.
Apply for youth programs
The deadline to apply for all 2018 student programs sponsored by Orange County REMC is Feb. 9. Go to www.myremc.coop, and look under “News and Events” for more information and applications. youth tour to Washington, D.C. Students who will be high school seniors in the fall of 2018 can apply for this trip of a… Continue reading.
Indianapolis Business Journal honors Hoosier Energy’s chief financial officer
Donna Walker, executive vice president and chief financial officer at Hoosier Energy, was selected as an honoree for Indianapolis Business Journal’s 2017 CFO of the Year. Editors of the Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) explain the significance of the award: “If the CEO is a captain of industry, then the chief financial officer is the navigator,… Continue reading.
Five tips to secure your home
Hoosier Energy believes in being safe while at work and home. That is why we have compiled some ways to protect your property when you are not at home or if you’re traveling this holiday season. Ask a friend to stop by your home while you are away. Having someone visually inspect your property while… Continue reading.
Students: Don’t miss your chance to apply for these great programs!
Youth tour to Washington, D.C. Students who will be high school seniors in the fall of 2018 can apply for this trip of a lifetime to our nation’s capital. The Indiana delegation will meet in Indianapolis on June 7 and travel to Pennsylvania to visit Gettysburg and the Flight 93 9/11 Memorial before heading to… Continue reading.
We love our members!
During the annual member appreciation event, REMC members were treated to a fish fry with baked beans, cole slaw, drinks and dessert. There was also a hot line demonstration and information from Hoosier Energy about new lighting options. Daniel Kinsey won the drawing for a 50-gallon lifetime water heater.
News briefs
Office closings The REMC office will be closed Dec. 22 and 25 for the Christmas holiday and Jan. 1 for New Year’s Day. The employees and directors wish you a safe and happy holiday! Rebate deadline approaching Don’t miss the chance to apply for a rebate on an energy-efficient upgrade. If you are considering a… Continue reading.
Holiday lighting tips
This year is rapidly drawing to a close, and that means the holiday lighting season is back. Here are some tips to take your artistic stylings to the next level. Safety is up first. If your lights are ground-mounted or can be installed standing on the floor or ground, you can skip ahead. However, since… Continue reading.
2018 director election timeline
Directors Danny Easterday, district 3, and Brian Hawkins, district 6, are incumbents whose terms expire. Letters of intent due by Feb. 9, 2018. Incumbent list posted by Feb. 23, 2018. Names published in the March issue of Electric Consumer. Petitions of nominations due by March 26, 2018. Nominations by the board (absent incumbents seeking re-elections… Continue reading.
New employee joins REMC
Zachary Motsinger began working at Orange County REMC on Oct. 16 as a member services technician. He previously worked at Cooley’s Heating and Air as a lead service technician. Motsinger will be working with Larry Clements on our DSM program, energy audits, water heaters, and ETS service and repairs. He will also enter the meter… Continue reading.