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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Resilient Upgrades
Upgrading 1,680 miles of the electrical grid is a significant endeavor in the best of times. Throw in a pandemic, and it’s easy to imagine how the whole thing could get off track. But that’s not what happened with a recent project. Hoosier Energy takes a proactive approach toward grid reliability. This can be seen… Continue reading.
Renewable generation
In the early 2000s, Hoosier Energy began diversifying how it generates electricity. New resources include hydro, solar, landfill gas and wind power. The addition of these renewable resources has been strategic, allowing your co-op’s power supplier to meet the needs of member-consumers like you. Hoosier Energy is pleased to announce that Hallador Energy Company will… Continue reading.
Opportunity and responsibility
Nearly 36 years ago, I was given the opportunity to begin employment at the REMC. Like many new employees hired at the REMC, I had no idea that I would be working with the same company for so many years. Originally, I thought I would work at the REMC for 3-5 years and then move… Continue reading.
A fond farewell
Operations Construction Manager Jim Walter’s last day at Harrison REMC was July 1. For the past 27 years, Walter has served the membership with operational excellence and a commitment to safety as he designed and managed the construction and operation of the REMC’s electric distribution network. Walter’s knowledge of the system and operational leadership will… 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 increase to member bills of $0.001263 per kWh ($1.26 per 1,000 kWh). This change will… Continue reading.
We’re ready for storm season. Are you?
Now that summer is in full swing, like many of you, I welcome more opportunities to be outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather. Summertime brings many of my favorite activities like cooking out with family and friends, afternoons on the water and simply slowing down a bit to enjoy life. But summer months also… Continue reading.
Is solar energy right for you?
Are you thinking about installing solar at your home or business? Not every home in the Midwest is optimal for solar panels, so how do you determine if yours is? Solar panels should be installed in the right direction and angle to capture the sun’s rays for the longest period of time during the day… Continue reading.
