Instead of my normal monthly article, for several months we will be featuring each of our seven districts. Each one is a unique and special place to call home. We’ve also asked each board member from those districts to tell us a little about where they live and why they love being there. We hope… Continue reading.
Even though I work in the energy industry, like most people, I still don’t think much about the electricity I use. I expect the lights to turn on when I flip the switch and the coffeemaker to work each morning. Because electricity is so accessible, we don’t think much about it. Yet, we still expect… Continue reading.
BCREMC is dedicated to reducing the impact of rising wholesale power costs for its members. As a result, we are providing a monthly refund for all current members receiving electricity from BCREMC. The refund amount will be determined based on the kWh you use and will be listed as “BCREMC Wholesale Power Cost Relief” on… Continue reading.
Are you installing a new deck? Planning for a backyard pool? Planting some new bushes in the garden? No matter what you’re undertaking, if your project requires digging, there’s an easier way to locate utility lines buried on your property. Just dial 811. A simple call to 811 will connect you with a regional center… Continue reading.
The Arbor Day Foundation encourages thoughtful practices that help preserve community trees while serving Bartholomew County REMC’s members. This illustration below demonstrates effective planting by placing the right tree in the right place. Trees properly placed can lower line clearance costs for BCREMC, reduce tree mortality, and result in healthier trees for years to come…. Continue reading.
Apply for an electric lawn equipment incentive in 2023. Rebate now available for corded or battery-powered options of: • Push or self-propelled lawnmowers • String trimmers • Leaf blowers There are many advantages to electric lawn equipment technologies, including: • No oil to change • No pesky spark plugs or fuel filters • Traditionally quieter… Continue reading.
Up to $50 for an HVAC tune-up service or preventative maintenance rebate is now available. Hire a licensed HVAC contractor to perform a pre-determined list of services on your current airsource heat pump or air conditioning cooling unit. There are many advantages to a preventative maintenance service for HVAC equipment:
April is special for many reasons. It’s the first full month of spring. On April 13, hundreds of members will gather for our 85th anniversary at our Jamboree. And it’s also the month when we honor the heart and soul of our cooperative: our linemen! The job of a lineman is one of the most… Continue reading.
My name is Kevin Crouse, and I’m a working foreman at Clark County REMC. We work every day in all weather conditions to make sure our community has the power to live their lives. I love my job. It’s hard work, but it’s very rewarding. I hope this will give you a better look into… Continue reading.
On average in 2023, Tipmont electric service was active 99.97% of the time. It’s a .01% drop from 2022, but our performance ranks above the median for cooperatives statewide and nationwide, as well as those with a similar footprint and growth rate. Tipmont takes pride in providing excellent service, but the value of our annual… Continue reading.
The regular meeting of the board of directors was held on Tuesday, Feb. 27. All directors were present. Also attending were CEO Ron Holcomb and attorney Brian Garrison. The year-to-date margin is $32,870. The cooperative currently has an equity rate of 31.25%, and 218 new services have been installed this year. The next regular meeting… Continue reading.
