On July 18, the Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative Board of Trustees unanimously voted to provide fiber internet as a new service offered by the co-op. This decision came after conducting several feasibility studies earlier this year. The board’s goal is to provide high-speed, reliable internet to the co-op’s electric membership via fiber-to-the-home. WHY IS THE… Continue reading.
Did you know farmers on Steuben County REMC lines can receive money back on such simple investments as the purchase of variable-frequency drives and LED lightbulbs? They can also earn rebates when they show a reduction in overall power consumption. If you’re a farmer and want to know more, we invite you to an upcoming… Continue reading.
There are so many benefits that come with co-op membership, but perhaps one of the best benefits is capital credits. What are capital credits? At the end of each year, Southern Indiana Power calculates our operating margin, which is the amount by which our income exceeded our expenses during the year. We then allocate the… Continue reading.
In the spirit of William Arthur Ward’s quote below, Southern Indiana Power expresses gratitude for your membership in our electric cooperative. Because of your connection to Southern Indiana Power we are able to make our community a better place. During this season of giving thanks, we think it’s equally important to let you and other… Continue reading.
We continue to partner with Habitat for Humanity ReStore to recycle old refrigerators or freezers. The appliance recycling program offers you, our members, a quick and easy way to reduce your energy bill. Recycling your old refrigerator or stand-alone freezer is: Economical – Not only will you save money on your electric bill each month,… Continue reading.
Veterans Day The employees and directors of Southern Indiana Power celebrate the dedicated veterans who have served our country, including those among us and in our families. For that reason, we would like to wish everyone a Happy Veterans Day on Nov. 11. November office closing Thanksgiving We also wish everyone a warm and happy… Continue reading.
Look for this column each month as we feature local businesses offering an instant discount to Southern Indiana Power members. Just show your Co-op Connections® Card and enjoy! Holistic Healing Massage 210 N. Holiday Blvd. Santa Claus, IN 47586 812-319-1478 $10 off your first massage Tin Lizzie’s Home Decor and Gifts 430 Main St. Ferdinand,… Continue reading.
earn up to $60 per year in bill credits Members can help hold down the cost of electricity by managing their energy consumption with a energy management switch. Conserving energy reduces the amount of electricity used in your home during “peak” periods (the time it’s most expensive to generate). When periods of peak demand occur,… Continue reading.
In an effort to keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the Sept. 19 board meeting. 1. All directors were present along with CEO Steve Seibert and Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton. Also present were System Engineer Todd Hammond, Line Superintendent Steve Fortwendel and Office/IT Manager Karen Mangum along… Continue reading.
No, we’re not perfect. No, we can’t solve every problem. Yes, the lights go out now and then. However, our main goal is serving you, our members. Your satisfaction means a lot to each and every employee of the co-op. We work hard every day to provide you with the highest level of service —… Continue reading.
By Samantha Kuhn Del Schwab has had three horses and four other Irish setters in his lifetime, but none of them rival Bailey — a beauty with a rich red-brown coat from Akron, Ohio. The 79-year-old Payne, Ohio, resident has lived quite the life. After spending three years in Germany with the U.S. Air Force,… Continue reading.
There is more than meets the eye with this 283,000-pound transformer at Hoosier Energy’s coal-fired power plant. This equipment is in place to step-up or boost the energy being generated at the station before it is put onto the electric grid. But what if this vital equipment fails? There is not a “transformer store” that… Continue reading.
