Sixteen Indiana electric cooperative lineworkers will travel to Guatemala in late January as part of an international initiative to bring electricity to a developing area in Guatemala. “Project Indiana: Empowering Global Communities for a Better Tomorrow” will bring electricity to …Read More.
News Releases
Twenty-six graduate electric lineworker apprenticeship program
Carmel, Ind. – Jan. 13, 2025 Twenty-six lineworkers graduated Saturday from Indiana Electric Cooperatives’ apprenticeship program, Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP). REAP is a four-year program that professionally trains apprentice lineworkers from across Indiana. Graduates complete 612 hours of classroom-related …Read More.
Stay safe when working on home DIY projects
You probably have a good reason for wanting to take on a do-it-yourself home project. Maybe you have acquired the skills to do the work on your own, or perhaps you want to save money, or you enjoy the challenge. …Read More.
Debunking myths about electricity
Many Hoosiers start learning about electricity at an early age, often through lessons in school. As we grow up, those facts are sometimes mixed with myths we hear through other people, the media, or social media. Unfortunately, false information and …Read More.
Casey Crabb named 2024 Tom Taylor Award recipient
Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Casey Crabb the recipient of the 2024 Tom Taylor Award. Crabb, communications and public relations manager at Carroll White REMC, was presented the award during the Marketing, Member Services and Communicators professional section fall meeting …Read More.
Preparing for winter storms
Each season brings new opportunities and new weather concerns for Hoosiers. A winter day in Indiana can bring heavy snow, freezing rain, ice storms, and strong winds. These forms of winter weather can create electrical hazards, warns Jon Elkins, vice …Read More.
Craciunoiu to join Indiana Electric Cooperatives
Named Vice President of Education and Development Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Michael Craciunoiu to lead its careers, culture and development team. Craciunoiu will serve as the association’s vice president of education and development. Craciunoiu will lead the association’s professional development, …Read More.
Hadley to join Indiana Electric Cooperatives
Named Director of Policy and Government Relations Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Ryan Hadley to its government relations team. Hadley will serve as the association’s director of policy and government relations beginning Oct. 28. “Ryan has a strong track record …Read More.
Pemberton earns certified loss control professional designation
Greg Pemberton, Apprenticeship Training Program Director at Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC), recently earned his certified loss control professional (CLCP) designation. The program, designed to help ensure a safer work environment for utility workers and the public, is offered by the …Read More.
Indiana’s electric cooperatives to assist in Hurricane recovery
Carmel, Ind. – Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 Indiana’s electric cooperatives are sending crews and equipment to assist in the Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. The storm is expected to make landfall Thursday evening as a category 4 hurricane and create widespread property …Read More.