Electric cooperatives, like other energy providers, are in the midst of the most impactful transition in modern history. As we continue to navigate through this changing environment, Hoosier Energy’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices — and the cooperative principles that underpin those practices — will continue to become more relevant.  ESG refers to factors… Continue reading.

Electric vehicle (EV) owners have multiple options for charging their vehicle at home. There are three common EV charging levels: Level One, Level Two and DC Fast Charge.  Level One Charging  Level One is the most basic charging level. If you choose this option, your EV will typically include an adapter that plugs into a… Continue reading.

Gas prices have been all over the place this year. We saw record highs in June, and prices seemed to jump from one day to the next.  But imagine this scenario: What if you could save money on gas for your vehicle just by filling up your tank at a different time of the day?… Continue reading.

Severe winds, lightning and even squirrels can temporarily cause the power to go out. We understand power outages of any length can be frustrating, especially when your fridge is stocked with perishable foods.  Extended power outages are rare, but when they occur, it’s important to understand food safety measures to take to avoid illness.  Here… Continue reading.

This summer, Hoosier Energy became the first generation and transmission cooperative in the country to receive the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Certificate of Inclusion (COI) to join the Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances (CCAA) for the monarch butterfly.  The butterfly’s migratory path and habitat go through the heart of Hoosier Energy’s service territory. If… Continue reading.

Summer means different things to different families. For me, it’s about time with family, spending lazy days on the water, telling stories about the good old days, and making memories to enjoy for years to come. And here at Clark County REMC, after a few years of COVID interruptions, summer means making community connections at… Continue reading.

Every summer, Clark County REMC invites students in the sixth grade to apply for a camp experience unlike any other summer camp. Camp Kilowatt, formerly called Touchstone Energy Camp, allows students to learn about the electric cooperative industry and electricity, participate in fun summer activities, and make new friends.  This four-day and three-night camp included… Continue reading.

This June, Clark County REMC was honored to sponsor high school students entering their senior year on a trip to Washington, D.C., as part of the Indiana Youth Tour.  Youth Tour is a weeklong experience that allows students to visit historical monuments and museums, meet with Indiana’s congressional delegation on Capitol Hill, make lifelong friends,… Continue reading.

Do you have lights that flicker? If you do, you know how annoying this can be. Here are some common reasons why this happens. Before you begin any work, be safe with electric components and wiring. Switch off power at your circuit breaker panel and test your work area for energized wires using a voltage… Continue reading.

Your cooperative understands the desire for options when it comes to the type of energy that powers your home. Solar has become very attractive for many of our member-consumers. Interest in green energy sources and renewables is at an all-time high.  Before you decide to invest in solar and sign a contract with a solar… Continue reading.