By Chris Adam Winter in Indiana often brings heavy snow, freezing rain, ice storms and strong winds. These conditions not only create travel hazards but can also cause electrical dangers, warns Indiana’s electric cooperatives. “Safety around electricity should be top of mind year-round,” said John Cassady, CEO of Indiana Electric Cooperatives. “In the winter, snow… Continue reading.
Harrison REMC has posted a list of individuals who were issued a capital credit refund check in November 2020 and June 2021 for the capital credit years of 1981-1986 but have not claimed their checks. Each check was mailed to the last known address on record at the REMC. A notice of where to obtain… Continue reading.
As a residential member-consumer, the better we understand you, the better we can serve you. That’s why Harrison REMC occasionally surveys our members to identify emerging trends in power use. With the help of SMARInsights, an independent research firm, we are conducting an online survey to identify the types of heating and cooling systems, electronic… Continue reading.
This summer, Hoosier Energy became the first generation and transmission cooperative in the country to receive the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Certificate of Inclusion (COI) to join the Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances (CCAA) for the monarch butterfly. The butterfly’s migratory path and habitat go through the heart of Hoosier Energy’s service territory. If… Continue reading.
Co-op members building their “forever” homes enjoy choosing new home options — from flooring to cabinets to paint colors. Those members can also work with their local electric cooperative to build a Power Moves® Home. Houses built to the Power Moves Home standard are on average at least 20% more energy efficient than a traditional… Continue reading.
With severe weather events occurring more often, it makes sense to be prepared. During a prolonged power outage or other emergency, this means having enough food, water and supplies to last at least a few days. In honor of National Preparedness Month in September, Boone REMC reminds members of our community about the power of… Continue reading.
Dear Boone REMC, We first learned about the Sense home energy monitor program from Boone REMC when my wife read the article in the REMC magazine and shared it with me. I was excited about it because I had first learned about the Sense monitor from watching an episode of This Old House where they… Continue reading.
Zionsville’s newest school, Trailside Elementary, is also one of the community’s most energy efficient buildings. Because of its efficiency efforts, Zionsville Community Schools received a $25,000 commercial rebate from Power Moves and Boone REMC at Trailside Elementary’s ribbon cutting one day before the school’s opening. According to Jen Raycroft, principal of Trailside Elementary, the school,… Continue reading.
For decades, you’ve collected paychecks from an employer. But after you retire, you’ll be paying yourself — that is, withdrawing money from the nest egg you’ve saved. Unfortunately, many retirees, flush from having sudden access to a large sum of money, overpay themselves early in retirement. Some folks deplete their savings at a stage in… Continue reading.
If you want your child to grow into a financially responsible adult, the best thing to do is to model good financial decision-making at home and discuss money and finances honestly — even if it means you’re learning about money and creating new habits along with your child. But what is age appropriate? Start early,… Continue reading.
By Emily Schilling As I look back at the hundreds of columns I’ve written over the years, I realize how much I’ve grown and changed — and how much I’ve stayed the same. I’m SO thankful that I was able to chronicle my musings, adventures, and memories through my editor’s letter. Not only was I… Continue reading.
By most estimates, well over half of all cats in the United States are overweight. A 2019 survey of pet owners and veterinarians suggests about 60 percent of cats are overweight or obese, a statistic that hasn’t budgedin recent years. To determine your cat’s body fat, during its annual physical exam the veterinarian will feel… Continue reading.
By Brandon Juergens Autumn is a great time to prepare your home for the colder weather headed our way. Winterize your home with our easy DIY tips that will help keep your living spaces cozy and energy bills lower. Windows and Doors These are where your home loses the most heat, so start by… Continue reading.
