Harrison REMC
Harrison REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Corydon, Indiana. As a cooperative, Harrison 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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2021 Harrison REMC Scholarships
Harrison REMC continuously looks for ways to support our community. That’s why each year we assist our young members in their pursuit of higher education by awarding scholarships to our graduating students. Visit harrisonremc.com/scholarships for more information.
Power line safety
Staying safe is just as important for the Hoosier Energy workforce and member co-ops as it is for consumers like you. That is why Hoosier Energy worked with a member cooperative to create a live line demonstration to help cooperatives show the dangers of energized power lines. While you might have seen a similar demonstration… Continue reading.
No medical insurance? Check out this program
In conjunction with our Lend a Hand program, Harrison REMC wanted to bring attention to a program that is available to low-income underinsured and uninsured residents of Southern Indiana. The Family Health Centers of Southern Indiana are independent, non-profit health clinics founded in 1992. Clinical services are provided by physicians, nurse practitioners, dentists and social… Continue reading.
Ensure your home’s electrical system is hazard-free
Winter is the most dangerous time of year for electrical fires due to increases in lighting, heating and appliance use. Home electrical problems cause more than 26,000 fires and $1 billion in property damage in a typical year. Harrison REMC encourages you to practice electrical safety measures that can prevent fires and help keep you… Continue reading.
Shift your use, save some cash
Harrison REMC has been offering a time-of-use (TOU) rate option since 1988. The TOU rate is more reflective of wholesale energy costs, which are determined by two factors: an energy charge and demand charge. The REMC’s wholesale costs are low when the demand for energy decreases (off-peak) and the costs are higher when demand increases… Continue reading.
Helping the communities we serve
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the REMC Lend a Hand program. In 2020, members donated $29,652. With the REMC matching funds, $59,304 has been given to community agencies in the REMC territory.
Recent retirements
Jan. 4 was Lineman Greg Smith‘s last day at Harrison REMC. For the past 40 years, Smith’s service to the cooperative and its members has been greatly appreciated. He has spent many days and nights working for all members to keep the lights on. Smith’s knowledge and experience will be greatly missed. Member Service Representative… Continue reading.
Wholesale power cost adjustment
Harrison REMC will make a Wholesale Power Cost Adjustment to its retail rates as a result of changes in Hoosier Energy Inc.’s wholesale power costs to its member Rural Electric Membership Corporations (REMCs). This action will result in an expected decrease to member bills of $0.004516 per kWh ($4.52 per 1,000 kWh). This change will… Continue reading.
How training came to the forefront for safe power delivery
About 40 years ago, co-op leaders thought to develop a training program to ensure lineworkers had the skills and knowledge they needed to keep themselves and others safe on the job. Based on this idea, a formal training program was set into motion in 1974, and the first Hoosier Energy Apprenticeship Training and Safety (HEATS)… Continue reading.