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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Mentors make a difference
Mentors certainly made a difference for the first two 2025 recipients of Hoosier Energy’s W. Eugene Roberts and Daniel L. Schuckman Memorial Scholarships. This year, the scholarship total is being expanded with Hoosier Energy anticipating awarding two scholarships each semester to attendees at the North American Lineman Training Center in McEwen, Tennessee. Blayden Mann and… Continue reading.
Be ready for storm season
Spring is on our doorstep and like many of you, I’m looking forward to more opportunities to be outdoors and enjoy warmer weather. Springtime brings many of my favorite activities like cooking out with family and friends, time spent outdoors, and generally enjoying a new season. Unfortunately, spring and summer can also create the perfect… Continue reading.
Bambusch’s mission: Bring power to those in need
Last month, Orange County REMC Journeyman Lineman Brandon Bambusch, along with lineworkers from 15 other Indiana co-ops, spent two weeks in Palmira, Guatemala, as part of Project Indiana. The crews worked without the usual heavy equipment and brought electricity to 109 homes high in the mountains for the first time. Project Indiana grew out of… Continue reading.
Welcome our new employee
Orange County REMC and Orange County Fiber would like to introduce Clayton Weisenberger, who was hired Jan. 27 as our newest network technician. Welcome to our team, Clayton!
Now is the time for your HVAC check-up!
March is an ideal time to service your home cooling system, ensuring it runs efficiently when the heat of summer arrives. Routine maintenance, like cleaning or replacing filters, checking refrigerant levels and inspecting parts, can improve your system’s energy efficiency and lower your energy bills. By addressing potential issues early, you can avoid costly emergency… Continue reading.
Save money and energy with the 2025 rebate program
Orange County REMC has several rebates and incentive programs to help you save energy and money. Visit myremc.coop, in the “Energy Solutions” menu for more information on these rebates and discounts:
Enhancing reliability
New microwave towers are helping to optimize the reliability of Hoosier Energy’s communication system in infrastructure and operations. The latest to be completed is the Bedford Tower, which in December followed on the heels of new towers at Bloomington Primary and Kingston. Next up will be a new tower at Ramsey, with other towers slated… Continue reading.
Understanding factors affecting your bill
There are a few key factors that affect electricity prices, as well as some ways you can make a meaningful impact on home energy savings. When you receive your monthly bill from Orange County REMC, or log onto our SmartHub App, you’re provided with a summary of how much electricity you used during the billing… Continue reading.
2025 scholarships available
APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS Visit myremc.coop/youth-programs for more info and to download an application.