At the 2017 Annual Meeting, Tipmont announced plans to build fiber internet across its electric service territory — ensuring all Tipmont members would have broadband access. I can still hear the cheers … and the disappointed response to our sharing that it would take until 2028 to complete the fiber network build. You were loud… Continue reading.
For the consumer-members of Harrison REMC, keeping the lights on at a cost you can afford is the focal point of everything we do. Transparency is one of our core values, so in addition to sharing co-op successes, I believe we are also responsible for telling you about the challenges. Earlier this year, the U.S…. Continue reading.
REMINDER! The deadline to submit HVAC and heat pump water heater rebates to the REMC is Dec. 15. Harrison REMC and Hoosier Energy have joined together to offer member homeowners an incentive to save money on Heat Pump or A/C tune-ups and maintenance. Up to a $50 rebate per member-household may be available for those… Continue reading.
Beat the Peak is Harrison REMC’s voluntary program designed to encourage members to become more aware of the energy they use and to reduce their energy use during peak demand periods. The program is simple. During times when the cost to purchase and produce power for members is high, we issue “Beat the Peak” alerts…. Continue reading.
Kyle Armstrong, Jacobb White and Kody Kennedy participated in the 2024 Indiana Electric Cooperatives Lineman Rodeo on Aug. 22 and 23. There were 37 teams and 137 participants. Our Harrison REMC team did amazing! INDIVIDUAL JOURNEYMAN HURT MAN RESCUE 1ST PLACEKody Kennedy INDIVIDUAL JOURNEYMAN SKILL CLIMB 1ST PLACEKyle Armstrong INDIVIDUAL JOURNEYMAN KNOT TYING 1ST PLACEKyle… Continue reading.
By Chris Adam Electric vehicles (EVs) are gaining traction in the United States. If you drive an EV or are considering buying one, there are unique safety items to know. “There are some important differences to keep in mind if you drive an EV instead of a gas-powered vehicle,” said Jon Elkins, vice president for… Continue reading.
Seven Boone REMC linemen competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 22–23 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. INDIVIDUAL COMPETITORS WERE: THE BOONE REMC TEAM INCLUDED: The linemen competed in events that tested skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue, and safely… Continue reading.
Communities come in all shapes and sizes. Some are based on geographical proximity or shared interests and hobbies, and some communities can even be found in virtual spaces like social media groups. Regardless of where or how they are formed, communities can bring people together and create a sense of belonging. As the first electric… Continue reading.
Did you know that if your TV, computer, and other appliances are plugged in, they quietly drain electricity — all day, every day — even when turned off? When switched off or in a standby mode, electric power consumed by products is known as standby power or phantom loads. While it may not be readily… Continue reading.
Boone REMC no longer sells electric water heaters, but we will still honor the six-year warranty of any electric water heater purchased from Boone REMC. We are happy to work with members to determine eligibility for reimbursement if a water heater is under warranty and needs to be replaced. Additionally, we no longer offer a… Continue reading.
Wabash Valley Power Alliance is a not-for-profit electric cooperative that provides wholesale power to 23 electric distribution cooperatives. That makes us a co-op of co-ops! Our strong partnership with our member co-ops across Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri is how we deliver great rates. 1) AN ELECTRIFYING JOURNEY How does the partnership work? Imagine electricity as… 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.
