As CEO of LaGrange County REMC, I have the unique privilege of seeing firsthand what it truly takes to keep the lights on for our members. In April, we take time to pause and recognize the brave men who make that possible every single day — our linemen. When storms impact our communities and outages… Continue reading.
By Chris Adam An electrical fire at home can easily spread, causing significant damage to your property and potentially taking lives. These fires are more common and deadly than you may think. In the United States, approximately 47,000 electrical home fires occur annually, causing nearly 300 deaths, 900 injuries, and more than $1.2 billion in property… Continue reading.
When outdoor temperatures drop, electricity use naturally rises. Colder weather drives us indoors, where we rely more heavily on home heating systems, more lighting, and household appliances. Heating systems run longer and more frequently to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. Combine that with the fact that most people use electricity at the same times — typically… Continue reading.
Over the past three years, Bartholomew County REMC has provided a monthly Wholesale Power Cost Relief credit to help offset the rising wholesale power costs passed on to you through the tracker from our power provider. We created this relief to assist members during a period of persistent inflation and elevated electricity market prices, and… Continue reading.
The power that BCREMC purchases from our wholesale provider, Hoosier Energy, changes in cost throughout the year. Because of this, the Wholesale Power Cost Tracker appears on your bill each month and adjusts every quarter. It reflects the fluctuating cost of power that Hoosier Energy purchases on our behalf. The tracker is a direct pass-through… Continue reading.
In today’s fast-paced world, staying informed is essential. Whether it is important information about your service, a member event, an unexpected outage, or a rebate opportunity, having accurate contact information on file helps us keep you updated quickly. Ensure your mailing address, email address, and phone number are up to date so we can contact… Continue reading.
SPACE HEATERS ARE INVOLVED IN 79% OF HOME HEATING FIRE DEATHS. How much is that space heater really costing you? Many electric space heaters advertise that they can slash your electric bill, but they don’t advertise that they can also cause that bill to increase significantly. Whether it’s a standard electric space heater you see… Continue reading.
When I started at the cooperative 25 years ago, I was impressed by the wide range of programs we offered, and that list has only continued to grow. One area I’m especially proud of is our youth programming. I’m often asked why an electric cooperative invests in students. The answer is simple: these programs introduce… Continue reading.
AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP • TIER 1: 14.3-15.3 SEER2- $300 • TIER 2: 15.4 – 17.2 SEER2- $400 • TIER 3: 17.3 & Greater SEER2- $500 REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum HSPF2- 7.5 • Must be new and AHRI certified • MINI SPLIT HEAT PUMP (Multi-zone) Required SEER2 17.3 & Greater- $500 • MINI SPLIT HEAT PUMP… Continue reading.
