As November kicks off, it’s hard to believe we’ll soon be gathering with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. This festive time of year brings joy and warmth, but as the weather gets cooler and we spend more time indoors, the holidays can also bring increased energy use and a higher risk of… Continue reading.
Were you surprised when you opened your last REMC bill? Cold weather can mean a more expensive winter bill, especially for those who heat with electricity. Unfortunately, the cold experienced by most of the country in mid-January will significantly affect electric bills received in February. Frigid temperatures require more energy use To keep your house… Continue reading.
When outdoor temperatures drop, our electricity use increases. That’s because we’re doing more activities inside, and our heating systems are running longer and more often to counteract colder outdoor temperatures. Factor in that we all tend to use electricity at the same time — in the morning and in the early evenings — and that… Continue reading.
The youth are our future, and their future can be even brighter by participating in these life-changing youth programs from Noble REMC. CAMP KILOWATT, JUNE 5–8 “I had loads of fun and made so many new friends at Camp Kilowatt. It was by far the best summer camp I’ve ever been to. … I loved… Continue reading.
GIS Technician John Strzempka (silent “z”) may have followed his heart, and his now wife, to northeast Indiana, but it’s his love of mapmaking that secured him his career at Noble REMC. He sees cartography (the process of mapmaking), and its new use in geographic information systems, as a form of art. It’s his job… Continue reading.
The idea of running for a spot on our board of directors may seem daunting, but is a great way to serve your community, impart knowledge and enact change. You may think, “I don’t know anything about electricity. How can I lead a co-op?” We’re looking for passion and perspective — not electrical expertise. We… Continue reading.
Serving a rural area means serving more than just its people. Noble REMC aims to serve and protect the land, which supports us all. Each year, we provide grants from our EnviroWatts program to benefit nonprofit service organizations working to better the environment locally in Noble, DeKalb or the surrounding counties. Is your organization improving… Continue reading.
Colder weather typically results in higher energy bills, and with winter in full swing, we would like to remind you about a free co-op service that can help you boost efficiency and save money. As your trusted energy partner, we believe savings and efficiency are within reach for everyone, and we want to help you… Continue reading.
If you’ve been looking for a way to become more involved in the cooperative, and in turn, your community, now is the time to pick up a petition to run for a seat on the LaGrange County REMC board of directors. The board is composed of seven individuals who represent the membership in his or… Continue reading.
CAMP KILOWATT Dates: June 5–8 Camp Kilowatt is a fun and unique camp experience for sixth grade students going into seventh grade. Kids get the chance to learn more about energy while making new friends and enjoying fun activities and games. This dynamic three-day camp includes the following activities: electricity generation and transmission education, horseback… Continue reading.
The LaGrange County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) recently received a $8,500 EnviroWatts grant from LaGrange County REMC. The SWCD was looking to purchase a high-quality, portable water quality testing meter, the OTT HydroMet HL7 sonde. The grant allows the SWCD to achieve its fundraising goal for the program (about $25,000) and will enable… Continue reading.
Take advantage of these youth programs! Visit remcsteuben.com and view our “Member Benefits” tab to learn more about registration for each youth program. Camp Kilowatt | Apply by March 1 Camp Kilowatt, June 5–8, is a fun and unique experience for sixth-grade students going into seventh grade in 2024. Camp includes electricity generation and transmission… Continue reading.
