PREPAY ELECTRIC A flexible way to pay for power Would it be easier to make weekly or bi-weekly payments instead of one large monthly bill? If so, Prepay Electric may be a good option for you. Bartholomew County REMC’s Prepay Electric program lets residential members pay ahead for electricity and manage their account balances on… Continue reading.

Since 1997, Operation Round Up has provided grants to support organizations throughout Bartholomew County REMC’s service territory. The Bartholomew REMC Membership Community Trust, Inc. oversees Operation Round Up, a voluntary program that allows members to help neighbors in need by rounding up their electric bills to the nearest dollar. The program’s success depends on the… Continue reading.

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.

Winter can be a challenging time to manage your electric bill, especially for homes that rely on electricity for heating. Prolonged cold temperatures mean heating systems must run longer and work harder, which often results in higher electric bills arriving in February. Understanding how winter weather affects energy use can help you take steps to… Continue reading.

Winter storms can create dangerous conditions on roads and around electrical equipment. Snow, ice, and high winds increase the risk of downed power lines and power outages. Staying alert while driving and using generators safely can help protect you and others. DRIVING SAFELY AROUND POWER LINES Winter weather can cause power lines or utility poles… Continue reading.

At Bartholomew County REMC, supporting youth and education is an important part of our role as a local cooperative. Two programs we offer each year that help do this are the Electric Cooperative Youth Tour and Camp Kilowatt. The Electric Cooperative Youth Tour, which began in 1964, has provided more than 55,000 students nationwide with… 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.