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Southern Indiana Power is a member-owned electric cooperative headquartered in Tell City, Indiana. As a cooperative, Southern Indiana Power 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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Board highlights for November

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Posted on Jan 09, 2022 in Southern Indiana Power

1. All directors were present along with President/CEO Steve Seibert and Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton. Present via Webex were Hoosier Energy employees: President/CEO Donna Walker, Senior Vice President of Member Engagement Shannon Thom and COO Rob Horton.  2. The Oct. 27 board meeting minutes were reviewed and approved. 3. The membership certificates were reviewed. 4…. Continue reading.

Increasing efficiency on the farm

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Posted on Jan 04, 2022 in A Co-op Perspective, Bartholomew County REMC, Clark County REMC, Decatur County REMC, Harrison REMC, Orange County REMC, Southeastern Indiana REMC, Southern Indiana Power

The heating of poultry barns can be a huge expense for farmers, especially during the winter. Opportunities to find new and efficient ways to decrease energy use for barn heating could help lessen that burden. In that effort, the Beneficial Electrification League (BEL), a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting beneficial electrification of the economy, along… Continue reading.

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Season’s greetings

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Posted on Dec 08, 2021 in Southern Indiana Power

“The holidays.” I love everything about this time of year. The thought of the holiday season brings a smile to my face and evokes a sense of comfort and well-being. Recalling family gatherings and traditions when my parents were still here on this earth warms my heart and fills my senses. It’s also a time… Continue reading.

Employee spotlight: Andrew Schroeder

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Posted on Dec 08, 2021 in Southern Indiana Power

Andrew Schroeder has been employed at Southern Indiana Power for seven years. He was hired March 10, 2014, to his current position of warehouse manager.   Schroeder’s duties include purchasing, receiving, work order accounting and facility maintenance.  He lives in Evanston with his wife, Trista, and son, Jonah. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending… Continue reading.

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Operation Round Up Grants Awarded

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Posted on Dec 08, 2021 in Southern Indiana Power

Southern Indiana Power’s Operation Round Up program recently awarded $15,891 in grants to local community organizations in need of assistance. Those organizations receiving funds are: St. Meinrad Volunteer Fire Dept. — new battery-operated extrication tools. Tell City Jr. Sr. High School — necessities for students in need Santa Claus Community Center — trash receptacles and… Continue reading.

Board highlights for October

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Posted on Dec 08, 2021 in Southern Indiana Power

In an effort to keep you informed of your cooperative’s operations and activities, the following are highlights of the Oct. 27 board meeting.  1. All directors were in attendance along with President/CEO Steve Seibert, Administrative Assistant Lisa Hinton and Manager of Finance and Accounting Amy Ramsey.  2. The Sept. 29 board meeting minutes were reviewed… Continue reading.

Line inspection tool helps improve grid resiliency

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Posted on Dec 01, 2021 in A Co-op Perspective, Bartholomew County REMC, Clark County REMC, Decatur County REMC, Harrison REMC, Orange County REMC, Southeastern Indiana REMC, Southern Indiana Power

Hoosier Energy, your co-op’s power provider, routinely inspects grid components, including the conductor that transmits high-voltage power throughout central and southern Indiana. This process is labor-intensive as it requires de-energizing a portion of the grid. Line crews can then safely remove a section of the conductor and send it to a lab to determine if… Continue reading.

Capital credits to be refunded

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Posted on Nov 07, 2021 in Southern Indiana Power

What are capital credits? At the end of each year, Southern Indiana Power calculates our operating margin, which is the amount by which our income exceeded our expenses during the year. We then allocate the operating margin as “capital credits” to each member based on the amount of electricity he/she purchased throughout the year. When… Continue reading.

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