For Cody Case and Briar Houser, the latest recipients of Hoosier Energy’s Daniel L. Schuckman and W. Eugene Roberts memorial scholarships, becoming linemen not only provides them with career paths. It’s about becoming part of a team. That was the takeaway when they graduated from the North American Lineman Training Center in McEwen, Tennessee, this… Continue reading.

For the past 76 years, Hoosier Energy has been responsible for the safe and reliable transmission of electric service to its member systems.  To ensure it can continue its power supply commitment throughout 2026, Hoosier Energy will maintain regular inspections, and provide required scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs throughout its system. As part of the… Continue reading.

Over the past three years, Bartholomew County REMC has provided a monthly Wholesale Power Cost Relief credit to help offset the rising wholesale power costs passed on to you through the tracker from our power provider. We created this relief to assist members during a period of persistent inflation and elevated electricity market prices, and… Continue reading.

The power that BCREMC purchases from our wholesale provider, Hoosier Energy, changes in cost throughout the year. Because of this, the Wholesale Power Cost Tracker appears on your bill each month and adjusts every quarter. It reflects the fluctuating cost of power that Hoosier Energy purchases on our behalf. The tracker is a direct pass-through… Continue reading.

In today’s fast-paced world, staying informed is essential. Whether it is important information about your service, a member event, an unexpected outage, or a rebate opportunity, having accurate contact information on file helps us keep you updated quickly. Ensure your mailing address, email address, and phone number are up to date so we can contact… Continue reading.

SPACE HEATERS ARE INVOLVED IN 79% OF HOME HEATING FIRE DEATHS. How much is that space heater really costing you? Many electric space heaters advertise that they can slash your electric bill, but they don’t advertise that they can also cause that bill to increase significantly. Whether it’s a standard electric space heater you see… Continue reading.

The Hoosier Energy Apprenticeship Training & Safety (HEATS) program held its 2025 graduation ceremony on Oct. 17 in French Lick. It was the largest attendance at a graduation since 2022, when three years’ worth of graduates were honored due to COVID-19 restrictions. The 2025 ceremony had 60 graduates and 363 attendees. That brings the total… Continue reading.

Thank you for helping us celebrate Cooperative Month and, more importantly, you for being our members! Bartholomew County REMC hosted our fifth annual Drive-Thru Member Appreciation Day on Oct. 28, and we were thrilled to see so many familiar and new faces this year. Your participation made the day extra special and reminded us of… Continue reading.

As a member-owned cooperative, Bartholomew County REMC is committed to helping our members use energy more efficiently and save money. If you’ve upgraded your home’s HVAC system, heat pump, water heater, or purchased qualifying electric outdoor equipment, now is the time to take advantage of our current rebate program. If you installed any new HVAC… Continue reading.

Throughout 2025, Bartholomew County REMC has provided members with a monthly Wholesale Power Cost Relief adjustment. During this time of ongoing inflation, we remain committed to lessening the impact of rising wholesale power costs that are passed on to members through the Wholesale Tracker. The relief credit applies to all active accounts receiving electricity from… Continue reading.