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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May is Military Appreciation Month
Service. Mission. Country. You likely identified immediately (and correctly) that these three words describe our nation’s veterans. They also succinctly describe a core co-op ethos. While veterans are innately motivated to serve, in a similar vein, electric co-ops are guided by foundational principles that put their community first. After all, electric co-ops were founded to bring… Continue reading.
Incumbent directors up for election
Daniel Houchin has served Orange County REMC’s District 1 since 2020. This district includes Spice Valley Township and all of Marion Township in Lawrence County served by the cooperative. He obtained his Credentialed Cooperative Director certificate from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association in his first term. Houchin is a 2007 graduate of West Washington… Continue reading.
Strategic subcommittee looks to the future
Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) are, in general, small-scale energy resources that provide electric capacity or energy close to where they are used. DERs are an evolving part of the utility landscape for consumers — and for Hoosier Energy, as well. In an effort to maximize the benefits of technologies such as battery storage, electric vehicle… Continue reading.
Efficiency upgrades to help you save this summer
Spring and summer are opportune times for home upgrades and DIY projects. If you’re planning to make improvements to your home, consider upgrades that promote better efficiency. Here are a few projects that can help you save energy and money — and increase the comfort of your home. Devices like smart LED bulbs also offer… Continue reading.
Storm recovery
Early last month, the Orange County REMC territory was hit by a storm that included sustained winds for several hours. This resulted in numerous outages across our service territory. We want to thank everyone for their patience as our employees worked long hours to restore power. A summary of the outages and various causes is… Continue reading.
Save the date for the Orange County REMC Annual Meeting
Friday, June 2 8390 N State Rd 37, Orleans, IN 47452
Lineworker Appreciation Day is April 10
Each year, we mark a special day to say “thank you” to the lineworkers that keep the power flowing to the homes, farms and businesses in our community. Please join us by visiting our the Orange County REMC Facebook page and leaving a note of appreciation for our hard-working linemen. #THANKALINEWORKER
Scholarship winners announced
Hoosier Energy recently announced the 2023 recipients of the second annual W. Eugene Roberts and Daniel L. Schuckman Memorial Scholarships. Ryan Wilson and Morgan Sutton, both of Osgood, Indiana, were named the winners of the $5,000 scholarships, given in memory of two longtime Hoosier Energy directors and board officers. Wilson and Sutton are cousins who… Continue reading.
Working hard to keep rates stable
Every time I visit the grocery store or fill up a vehicle with fuel, just like you, I feel the pinch of rising prices. Here at Orange County REMC, we’re working hard to minimize electric rate increases. It has been a challenge, as global costs began to increase dramatically at the end of 2021 due… Continue reading.
