Throughout the year, especially during the holidays, Hoosier Energy seeks to act on the cooperative principle — Concern for Community. In late October, Hoosier Energy was a platinum sponsor for the 2023 Women IN Energy Conference in Carmel, Indiana. The annual event began in 2017 to encourage women to pursue their dreams and make connections… Continue reading.

1. DON’T LIGHT UP YOUR WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE. A crackling fire doesn’t contribute much heat to your room. Plus, the open flue sucks the heated air out of your house through the chimney. Burning a fire in the hearth when the temperature dips into the 20s can actually increase your heating bills. 2. DON’T OVERSTUFF YOUR… Continue reading.

If you feel a draft while you’re curled up on the sofa with a good book or the television remote, don’t automatically crank up the thermostat. Move the sofa. The chilliest places in your home during the winter are right next to the windows. So move your furniture away from the windows. Here are five… Continue reading.

Frigid temperatures can cause heating systems to work overtime, and since heating and cooling can make up nearly half of your electric bill, your bill may be higher than normal in the winter. HERE’S WHY ADDRESSING SOME HIGH BILL CULPRITS HOW YOUR ELECTRIC CO-OP CAN HELP YOU Your electric cooperative has programs to save you… Continue reading.

If you’re thinking about running for a seat on the board of directors during the 2024 director election, and your primary residence is in district 2, 3 or 6, please contact B.J. Myers at 800-737-4111, ext. 236. The nominating committees will be vetting potential candidates in December and early January. Learn more about the responsibilities… Continue reading.

We are accepting applications for Operation Round Up grants this month. If your nonprofit 501(c) group or organization is looking for funding to help make a community-focused project possible, visit the Operation Round Up page on our website. The eligibility requirements and application are located there. Applications will be accepted Dec. 1–31 and awarded in… Continue reading.

Exciting news is buzzing in the world of connectivity! SEI REMC, your trusted energy provider, is proud to announce that SEI Fiber, our high-speed internet offering, has surpassed 5,000 happy customers. This isn’t just a milestone; it’s a celebration of SEI REMC’s commitment to keeping you, our valued members, seamlessly connected through the power of… Continue reading.

Get ready to unwrap the gift of energy efficiency and holiday cheer! Southeastern Indiana REMC is spreading the joy with our “Sparkling Savings” campaign throughout the month of December. Visit our office and mention the secret phrase to receive a special gift that will brighten your holidays and save you energy. Discover the magic of… Continue reading.

Keeping transmission lines clear of overgrowth along 150-200-mile-long stretches each year is not an easy task. That’s why Hoosier Energy uses an aerial saw to get the job done. The saw features nine 25-inch carbide tip saw blades attached to multiple 20-foot aluminum poles. A 50-horsepower snowmobile motor that can be turned on and off… Continue reading.

As the days grow shorter, our thoughts naturally turn to the colder months ahead. Winter in our region can be unpredictable, with snow, ice, and power outages all too common. That’s why we want to encourage our valued members to consider investing in a whole-home backup generator from Southeastern Indiana REMC before winter weather sets… Continue reading.