It’s hard to believe that summer is almost here. But since the sun is shining and the temperatures are rising, I want to let you know about a great new opportunity we are bringing our members. Beginning this month, we are launching My Solar, a community solar project in partnership with Hoosier Energy. My Solar… Continue reading.
Our congratulations go out to the 19 students in our service area who won scholarships to Indiana University Southeast, Ivy Tech Community College and Purdue University Polytechnic New Albany. Clark County REMC scholarships have assisted over 400 students since the program began. Please read our publications and visit our website later this year for information… Continue reading.
Every year, soon-to-be seventh graders from all around Indiana energize their summer at Touchstone Energy Camp. Clark County REMC is proud to send these students to Camp Tecumseh YMCA Outdoor Center on June 5-8 for this educational opportunity. The students will have a fantastic start to their summer activities and will learn about basic electricity,… Continue reading.
Clark County REMC congratulates the 2019 winners of the Indiana Electric Cooperatives Youth Tour to Washington, D.C., scheduled for June 13-20. Indiana’s electric cooperatives will send a delegation of over 100 students from throughout the state on the trip. While on the tour, students will learn about cooperatives and our government, and visit places such… Continue reading.
Four area students represented Clark County REMC at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Page Day hosted recently at the Indiana Statehouse. Students taking part were: Jack Gitner, New Washington High School; Gregory Jekel, Floyd Central High School; Hailey Kucler, Jeffersonville High School; and Jasmine Murphy, New Washington High School. The students participated in a tour of… Continue reading.
Evan Olinger, Sellersburg, was a first-place winner in the 11th grade category in this year’s Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Contest. His artwork, shown above, will represent the month of November in the 2020 calendar. The calendar will be available later this year.
Summer is a great time to take a family vacation, but it’s also a good opportunity to unplug from our devices and enjoy the great outdoors with family and friends. Research has shown that we all need downtime after a busy day to recharge — even though we may resist it. Take a moment to… Continue reading.
Soaring temperatures during the summer can cause electric bills to skyrocket. This summer, take a vacation from high electric bills by making your home — and your family’s habits — more energy efficient. Beat the heat Air conditioning helps most Americans beat the sweltering summer heat. Proper maintenance and smart use of your home’s cooling… Continue reading.
Providing you with safe, reliable and efficient electric service is a top priority for BCREMC. One way we do this is by maintaining a clear path, or right-of-way easement, around power lines. Our vegetation management program represents a significant investment. However, it is necessary to provide our members with reliable electric service. Throughout 2019, ElectriCom,… Continue reading.
The annual meeting of Bartholomew County REMC was held on April 16 at Columbus North High School Auditorium, Columbus. Approximately 450 members attended the meeting. BCREMC is happy to report that 1,304 members voted prior to the meeting with the alternative voting packet mailed to members. An additional 175 members voted at the meeting. A… Continue reading.
Everyone loves a pool. If you are lucky enough to have one, you’ll notice your electric bill increasing during the summer. Pool pumps often run much longer than necessary, costing up to $5 a day if ran continuously. It is important to circulate your pool’s water to keep the chemicals mixed and remove debris, but… Continue reading.
