In the early 1930’s, electric power was only available in major metropolitan areas. Businesses and homes there had access to electricity, while others weren’t as lucky. Residents in rural areas lived without hope of electric capability until political action was initiated. Before they were consumer-owners, small groups of farmers and rural residents across the state… Continue reading.
Harrison REMC has posted a list of individuals who were issued a capital credit refund in June 2022 for the capital credit year of 1986-1987 but have not claimed their refunds. Each refund was mailed to the last known address on record at the REMC. A notice of where to obtain the list of unclaimed… Continue reading.
Fall is a good time to schedule a tune-up for your heating system. Home heating accounts for a large portion of winter energy bills, and no matter what kind of system you have, you can save energy and money by regularly maintaining your equipment. Proper equipment maintenance and upgrades, combined with recommended insulation, air sealing,… Continue reading.
Because transparency is a core value of electric cooperatives, we have a responsibility to tell you about not only our successes but also our challenges. In May, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a rule that impacts energy production from power plants. The power plant rule will challenge access to reliable electricity for communities… Continue reading.
With SmartHub, our member-facing account management tool, you can control which notifications you receive and how. The newest option available is payment reminders. You can decide how many days prior to your bill due date you would like to receive a reminder and whether you want an email or a text message. This can help… Continue reading.
If you currently own an electric vehicle or purchase one, please let us know so we can better serve you. As more members buy EVs, it’s helpful to know where they’re located in our area so we can ensure we have the necessary infrastructure in place to meet charging needs and provide reliable power to… Continue reading.
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.
South Central Indiana REMC (SCI) hosted a one-day Energy Explorers Camp for students in grades four through six, while Henry County REMC hosted a full-week Summer Cooperative Camp for high school students. While the camps are still coming of age, being in their third and sixth years, respectively, they are finding a way to raise… Continue reading.
You don’t have to take out a loan to liven up your living space. These simple DIY ideas and projects can make a big impression without breaking the bank — and deliver extra appeal to potential homebuyers. Bright and connected Bring some dimension to your kitchen with under-cabinet lighting. A three-pack of surface-mounted LED puck… Continue reading.
A flickering light during a thunderstorm may be the first time people think about their electric service. Fortunately, that flickering light can be a sign that the energy grid is performing as designed — minimizing service disruption to families and businesses. Few people think about electricity until an outage occurs. Fortunately, many people at your… Continue reading.
Healthy eating is essential at every age. Eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding what to eat or drink, choose options full of nutrients and limited in added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. Here are some tips for a healthier diet from the U.S. Department… Continue reading.
