Bartholomew County REMC
Bartholomew County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Columbus, Indiana. As a cooperative, Bartholomew County REMC follows seven core principles that are universal to cooperatives worldwide. Among those principles is one stressing education, training and information. Indiana Connection, a monthly magazine published especially for Indiana’s electric cooperative members, is one way the REMC informs and educates its members. Indiana Connection is available not only in a print format, but as an electronic publication for those who prefer getting their information on their electronic devices.
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Employees complete Community Day project
In October, a group of BCREMC employees gathered at Anderson Falls to do a Cooperative Community Day project. Employees did cleanup and worked to remove graffiti from the parking area’s rocks, trees and barriers. Security cameras were also installed to prevent future vandalism. We had a fun day contributing to our community!
Applications now accepted for BCREMC scholarships
Applications are being accepted for two Bartholomew County REMC scholarships administered by the Heritage Fund — the Community Foundation of Bartholomew County. The Alex Barkes Memorial Scholarship was established by Bartholomew County REMC in memory of Alex Barkes. Alex was employed as a network administrator at Bartholomew County REMC. He exhibited a strong work ethic… Continue reading.
2022 calendars and Farmers’ Almanacs now available
The 2022 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art and the 2022 Farmers’ Almanac are available for pick up at the BCREMC office during regular business hours.
Line inspection tool helps improve grid resiliency
Hoosier Energy, your co-op’s power provider, routinely inspects grid components, including the conductor that transmits high-voltage power throughout central and southern Indiana. This process is labor-intensive as it requires de-energizing a portion of the grid. Line crews can then safely remove a section of the conductor and send it to a lab to determine if… Continue reading.
We’re thankful for our membership
During this season of giving thanks, I’d like to express my gratitude for your membership in our electric cooperative. Although things have been a little different these past couple of years, because of your membership, we’ve been able to make our community a better place. It was so good to see many of you at… Continue reading.
Warm Hands/Warm Hearts
Help us partner with Lincoln Central Neighborhood Family Center (LCNFC) to provide new store-bought or hand-knitted caps, hats, mittens, gloves and scarves for their clients who are unable to purchase them for their children, ages newborn to 18. Beginning now through Dec. 8, Bartholomew County REMC will collect these items and donate them to LCNFC…. Continue reading.
BCREMC to hold shredding event
Gather your sensitive financial and personal documents and bring them to BCREMC during business hours, Dec. 6-10 for free secure paper shredding. When you arrive, deposit your items in the bins located in the lobby. Speedy Shred, a local professional shredding business, will shred all of your paper on-site so that your personal information is… Continue reading.
A day dedicated to our members
On Sept. 23, Bartholomew County REMC held our first drive-thru member appreciation event. Although the event was unique to what our members have experienced in the past, the message was the same: Thank you! We are so grateful we had the opportunity to serve a total of 575 vehicles with 1,100 Chick-Fil-A gift cards and… Continue reading.
Trimming future problems
At Bartholomew County REMC, we’re committed to providing you with reliable power. There are some things we can’t stop — high winds, thunderstorms, ice storms—but we do what we can to prevent the main outage culprit: TREES. Vegetation — trees, shrubs, brush—growing too close to power lines and distribution equipment mainly lead to these power… Continue reading.
HVAC Tune-Up Rebate available
Up to $50 available for a HVAC Tune-Up service or preventative maintenance rebate. Hire a licensed HVAC contractor to perform a pre-determined list of services on your current air source heat pump or air conditioning cooling unit. There are many advantages to a preventative maintenance service for HVAC equipment: Fewer major repairs in the future… Continue reading.
Solar collaboration
Renewable energy is expanding across the nation – including right here in Indiana. A 120 MW solar project named Rustic Hills Solar will be built in Warrick County bringing energy to 17,000 homes. To accomplish this power output, the project will encompass 640 acres and provide jobs for 300 Hoosiers to build the solar array…. Continue reading.
Working the lines
Utility line work is rated as one of the top 10 most dangerous jobs in America. From storm work to the extreme heat and cold, linemen fight through the elements to provide safe, reliable power to our communities. Working in these conditions is often not a choice for them, but staying safe is a… Continue reading.