Noble REMC
Noble REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Albion, Indiana. As a cooperative, Noble 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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Gobblin’ Up the Rebates
When we promote our Power Moves energy efficiency rebate program, members usually think of the savings potential within their own homes. But Noble REMC business customers are reaping big rewards by choosing energy-efficient upgrades to their existing buildings or making those decisions from the first brick that’s laid. Cash back is given for everything from… Continue reading.
Lighting the Way
It wasn’t in his original plan to be a part of the electrical industry, but after some searching for what he wanted to do, Journeyman Lineman Cody Kirkpatrick found a home at Noble REMC through a family member’s suggestion. Now, he’s taken his love of coaching and turned it into being a mentor to teach… Continue reading.
Signing up for 4-H? Let us Cover the Cost.
The first 200 youth who enroll in area county 4-H programs for 2024, and whose families are Noble REMC members, will have their 4-H program fee reimbursed by us. When you enroll your child and pay the $15 program fee, contact the Purdue Extension office to ask for a credit voucher, which you can then… Continue reading.
The Sunny Side of Renewable Energy
Some mornings, a dawning sun greets people with light — by electrifying the televisions in their homes. Over the last decade, renewable energy resources including wind farms and solar arrays have generated an increasing share of the electricity powering the nation. As renewable energy technology has become more affordable, utilities have also added more large-scale… Continue reading.
REMC Linemen Compete in Statewide Rodeo
A team of Noble REMC linemen competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo, held Aug. 24–25 in Danville. The two-day event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. Linemen competed in events that tested skills such as pole climbing, hurt man rescue and safely changing electric line hardware. A total of… Continue reading.
Lighting the Way
Most people get interested in electrical engineering as they make their way through high school. Noble REMC CEO and President Ron Raypole learned firsthand working for a cabinet company (of all places) during college, when the owner asked him to help him wire a house. He started reading, learning and working with his hands —… Continue reading.
New Employees Join the Team
One works outdoors to maintain our lines; the other works in our office to plan for the future of our lines. Noble REMC welcomes Sawyer Yoder as our newest right-of-way crew member and Everett Stangland as our system engineer. Yoder, a resident of Columbia City, started at the co-op in May and has enjoyed being… Continue reading.
Robertson Earns Gold Certification
Congratulations to Noble REMC Director Rick Robertson, who recently received the highest director certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) — the Director Gold Credential! An ever-changing business environment has imposed new demands on electric cooperative directors, requiring increased knowledge of changes in the electric utility business, new governance skills and a solid… Continue reading.
It’s Your Business
No matter your job, a business owner lives in your house: you! As a member of your local electric cooperative, you are actually an owner (a member-consumer) of the organization! Electric cooperatives sprang up across the U.S. in the 1930s as towns and cities across the nation gained access to electricity. The Rural Electrification Act… Continue reading.
Power in Your Hands
It’s a simple question with a big answer: What makes electric co-ops different than other types of utilities? Because we’re a co-op, we operate a little differently than other utilities. Noble REMC’s decisions are made locally, by directors who also live right here in our community. Everyone who pays to receive electricity from the co-op… Continue reading.