Orange County REMC
Orange County REMC is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Orleans, Indiana. As a cooperative, Orange County 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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Small change changes lives
Operation Round up is a program that allows REMC members to automatically round up their monthly bill to the next dollar. The extra few cents from each rounded up account is put into a fund that is overseen by a group of trustees who are also REMC members. Local groups, programs and organizations can apply… Continue reading.
Orange County REMC Scholarships available
Each year we invest in our community by assisting our young members in their pursuit of higher education by awarding scholarships to our graduating seniors. Applicant requirements The parents or legal guardians of the applicant must be a cooperative member. The parents or legal guardians of the applicant must be participating in Operation Round Up…. Continue reading.
Save money and energy with the 2022 rebate program
AIR-TO-AIR HEAT PUMPS New construction or replacing gas or heat pump: $750 — Dual/Variable Speed Compressor Replacing electric resistance heat: $1,500 — Dual/Variable Speed Compressor $800 — Single Speed Compressor GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP New construction or replacing electric resistance heat, gas, heat pump or geothermal: $1,500 — Desuperheater or “hot water assist” recommended on new… Continue reading.
Pick up these FREE publications from your REMC
While supplies last, members are invited to stop by the REMC office and pick up a free copy of these publications: 2022 Indiana Festival Guide 2022 Student Art Calendar 2022 Farmers’ Almanac
Increasing efficiency on the farm
The heating of poultry barns can be a huge expense for farmers, especially during the winter. Opportunities to find new and efficient ways to decrease energy use for barn heating could help lessen that burden. In that effort, the Beneficial Electrification League (BEL), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting beneficial electrification of the economy, along… Continue reading.
Co-op programs help you during the holiday season — and beyond
Just the thought of the holiday season brings a smile to my face and evokes a sense of nostalgia and reflection. At Orange County REMC, we’re driven by a sense of mission and purpose and our team feels a strong connection to our community and our members, because we live here too. While many community-focused… Continue reading.
Employee updates
Jacob Harrell joined the Orange County REMC team on Oct. 18. Jacob is our new groundman. He is a graduate of Bedford North Lawrence High School and is engaged to Montana Sullivan. Jacob enjoys hunting, fishing, and riding his dirt bike. Hannah Carter was recently promoted to human resources and benefits administrator. Hannah joined… Continue reading.
News from your cooperative
Farmers’ Almanacs and Cooperative Calendar of Student Art Stop by the REMC office and pick up your free copy of the 2022 Farmers’ Almanac and the 2022 Cooperative Calendar of Student Art. 2022 Rebate Program If you’re thinking about an energy efficient upgrade to your home or business, visit www.myremc.coop to get information about the… Continue reading.