Throughout the year, especially during the holidays, Hoosier Energy seeks to act on the cooperative principle — Concern for Community. In late October, Hoosier Energy was a platinum sponsor for the 2023 Women IN Energy Conference in Carmel, Indiana. The annual event began in 2017 to encourage women to pursue their dreams and make connections… Continue reading.

By Cathy Racicot The accounting team ensures that the REMC’s accounting records and financial reporting adhere to generally accepted accounting principles and Rural Utilities Service guidelines. The key roles of this group are accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, paying invoices, payroll and monitoring financial activity. This group, along with all other co-op employees, plays a vital… Continue reading.

Being a member of an electric co-op is a unique opportunity to be part of the decision-making process in a business.  Because Harrison REMC is a cooperative, it is owned by its members. That means members are responsible for voting for fellow members to take leadership positions on the board of directors.  Each spring, Harrison… Continue reading.

The Electric Assistance Program is designed to help REMC members who are 150% below the poverty level pay their electric bills in times of need. You can help by sending a donation of any amount to the program. Each member donation will be matched by equal funds from Harrison REMC.* All contributions made to the… Continue reading.

It may feel like fall outside, but that means winter isn’t far behind with its increased demand in electricity. The Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) outlook for the winter of 2023–24 isn’t much different than recent years, but once again the concern lies with the potential for high loads or high outages in January. MISO… Continue reading.

Keeping transmission lines clear of overgrowth along 150-200-mile-long stretches each year is not an easy task. That’s why Hoosier Energy uses an aerial saw to get the job done. The saw features nine 25-inch carbide tip saw blades attached to multiple 20-foot aluminum poles. A 50-horsepower snowmobile motor that can be turned on and off… Continue reading.

The holiday season is just around the corner and soon, festive music will flood the airwaves, sparkling lights will adorn homes and businesses, and good tidings will abound. The holidays also bring a frenzy of decorating, cooking and family gatherings, and amid the hustle and bustle, you may receive higher-than-usual energy bills. Keeping this in… Continue reading.

Each year, Harrison REMC is excited to shine the spotlight on our youth programs and those youth in the community that take part in them. Harrison REMC sponsors programs to benefit middle and high school students in learning more about energy, the cooperative business model, history, government and much more. Below are the youth programs… Continue reading.

Santa Claus will visit the REMC on Thursday, Dec 7, from 3:30-6:30 p.m.!  Due to the availability and convenience of cell phones and cameras, we will not be offering a printed picture. Feel free to take as many pictures as you would like.  Please park on the west side of the building and enter through… Continue reading.

Harrison REMC employees and directors welcome Lineman Steve Saltsgaver to the team!

The Electric Assistance Program is designed to help REMC members who are 150% below the poverty level pay their electric bills in times of need. You can help by sending a donation of any amount to the program. Each member donation will be matched by equal funds from Harrison REMC.* All contributions made to the… Continue reading.

Being an electric cooperative member offers a unique opportunity to be a part of the decision-making process in the business. Because Harrison REMC is a cooperative, it is owned by its members. That means members are responsible for electing other members to take the leadership positions on the board of directors to help shape business… Continue reading.