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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Power up your savings!
Don’t let the year end before you take advantage of Orange County REMC’s 2024 electric rebates. Enjoy savings on electric outdoor equipment, water heaters, an upgrade for your HVAC unit or just some TLC for your HVAC system. 2024 rebates include Visit www.myremc.coop today learn how you can apply and save!
Turkey farm receives grant for energy-efficient updates through Hoosier Energy
Bryan Fuhs had his doubts, but it never hurts to try. So, the Montgomery, Indiana, turkey farmer applied for the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) through Hoosier Energy anyway. “I thought, ‘Well, it’s worth looking into,’” Fuhs said. “I needed to make energy-efficient updates anyway, so if the program’s…
As November kicks off, it’s hard to believe we’ll soon be gathering with family and friends to celebrate the holiday season. This festive time of year brings joy and warmth, but as the weather gets cooler and we spend more time indoors, the holidays can also bring increased energy use and a higher risk of… Continue reading. Ruby Chesnut joined the REMC team as a member service representative in October. Chesnut graduated this year from Paoli High School and her hobbies are drawing, baking, cooking, and cleaning. She enjoys spending time with her dog, friends and family and is looking forward to helping members as efficiently as possible in her new role… Continue reading. Students, mark your calendar for these great summer opportunities: Sixth grade students can apply to attend Camp Kilowatt (formerly Touchstone Energy Camp) June 4-7. High School juniors can apply for an all expense paid trip to Washington, D.C., on the 2025 Youth Tour, June 15-22. Watch next month’s Indiana Connection for more information. Online applications… Continue reading. After Hurricane Helene hit the southeastern United States, Indiana’s electric cooperative crews traveled to Georgia to assist Cobb EMC in Marietta in restoring electric service, then moved on to work in the territory served by Jefferson Energy Cooperative in Wrens. Jefferson Energy Cooperative faced catastrophic damage, with 100% of its members without power at one… Continue reading. Electrify Indiana 2024, presented by Hoosier Energy, Wabash Valley Power Alliance, and Indiana Electric Cooperatives, took the Westin Hotel in Indianapolis by storm on Aug. 26. Over 300 people, representing 120 companies, 48 sponsors, and 44 tradeshow booths, attended the event designed to promote beneficial electrification. There was something for everyone. The day featured nine… Continue reading. After years of managing to avoid a formal rate increase, the pressures of rising wholesale power prices and significant supply chain and inflationary costs have forced Orange County REMC to implement an electric rate increase. (Note: Although the wholesale power cost tracker has changed over the years, this is the first base rate increase since… Continue reading.
May your holidays be merry and bright
New employee
2025 youth programs
Answering the call
Electrify Indiana 2024
Understanding new rates
