Electrify Indiana 2024, presented by Hoosier Energy, Wabash Valley Power Alliance, and Indiana Electric Cooperatives, took the Westin Hotel in Indianapolis by storm on Aug. 26.  Over 300 people, representing 120 companies, 48 sponsors, and 44 tradeshow booths, attended the event designed to promote beneficial electrification. There was something for everyone.  The day featured nine… Continue reading.

Roasting a turkey in the oven is still the most popular way to cook a bird for Thanksgiving. Here are some do’s and don’ts to take the fear out of this intimidating process.  Do’s and don’ts of roasting a whole turkey DON’T roast turkey in an oven temperature lower than 325 F. DON’T roast turkey… Continue reading.

Why brine a turkey? This process infuses turkey with moisture and produces a tender and juicy roasted turkey every time. Perdue Farms, which has turkey farms in Indiana, suggests wet or dry brining for a delicious oven-cooked turkey. WET BRINE Brine is a salt-water solution that may include woody herbs like rosemary and thyme, crushed… Continue reading.

How much turkey do you need to feed family and friends? Plan on about half a pound of cooked turkey per guest (Thanksgiving dinner servings only) or 1 pound per guest (Thanksgiving dinner servings plus leftovers). Cooking a whole bird reduces the amount of edible meat by 25%, so check out this chart for the… Continue reading.

Southeastern Indiana REMC will be celebrating “Co-op Days” throughout October. This month-long celebration is our way of expressing gratitude to our valued members and the communities we serve. Throughout the month, we will host events centered around community connections, safety and health, and member appreciation. SEI REMC Safety Night REMC members were invited to Safety… Continue reading.

Team spirit at SEIREMC In its third year, the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo is the “Olympics” in the world of electrical work, bringing together the best linemen from across the state to showcase their exceptional skills and dedication. In Indiana, this event is not just a competition; it’s a celebration of hard work, teamwork,… Continue reading.

At Southeastern Indiana REMC, we not only provide safe, reliable electricity and high-speed fiber internet, but also offer rebate programs. These programs help our members save on essential and energy-efficient home expenses. With the end of the 2024 year approaching, take time to explore our rebate programs and submit applications before it’s too late! RESIDENTIAL… Continue reading.

Two years ago, Hoosier Energy became the first generation and transmission cooperative to receive a Certificate of Inclusion for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Nationwide Candidate Conservation Agree with Assurances (CCAA) for the monarch butterfly. That commitment to integrated vegetation management and the practices encouraging habitat maintenance and development continues to reap benefits. This… Continue reading.

Indiana’s electric cooperatives have been around for almost 90 years. Read on to learn more about Hoosier co-ops. Can you find the bolded words in the puzzle? ► The first successful U.S. cooperative was organized in 1752 by Benjamin Franklin. ► Electric cooperatives began in the 1930s because it was not cost-effective for investor-owned utilities… Continue reading.

Cooperatives worldwide operate according to the same set of core principles and values adopted by the International Cooperative Alliance. These principles are rooted in the first modern cooperative, founded in Rochdale, England. These principles are a key reason that America’s electric cooperatives operate differently from other electric utilities, putting the needs of their members first…. Continue reading.