I appreciate the opportunity to introduce myself as IEC’s new vice president of government relations. I was born and raised in rural Indiana and am thankful for the important role that REMCs have in their local communities. It is this …Read More.
Holiday decorating pet safety tips
Even pets are excited by Christmas decorations
“National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” is one of the most beloved holiday comedies. But if you love cats, there’s one scene that’s something of a nightmare. In the iconic scene, Aunt Bethany’s visiting cat drags a loose string of Christmas tree …Read More.
Case Study | Achievers Look from the Inside Out
Achievers™ is a life-changing program designed to help leaders develop a deeper understanding of their personal strengths, weaknesses and motivations. Indiana Electric Cooperatives offers this cornerstone program of the Bell Leadership Institute to executive leaders, supervisors and thosereferred by their …Read More.
Winterizing your home before the winter chill
Is your home and its electrical service ready for winter? The best time to find out is long before you hear about the season’s first approaching winter storm, suggests Jon Elkins, vice president of safety, training and compliance at Indiana Electric …Read More.
Linemen Competing at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo
Electric cooperative linemen will compete at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo Aug. 24-25 at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds in Danville. The two-day, family-friendly event showcases the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. The rodeo includes competitive events …Read More.
Heater to join Indiana Electric Cooperatives
Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) named Ryan J. Heater to lead its government relations team. Heater will serve as the association’s vice president of government relations beginning Sept. 25. Heater will lead the association’s state and federal governmental relations efforts, which …Read More.
Progress continues to be made on the new IEC office building.
The project cleared two hurdles with the City of Carmel. The project received plan approval through the City of Carmel Technical Advisory Committee on June 21 and the Commercial Committee on June 27. Additional work has continued on details for …Read More.
RUS Administrators Share Insights on ERA, PACE Programs
Indiana electric cooperative leaders met July 20 with USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS) Administrator Andy Berke and Assistant Administrator Chris McLean to discuss the Empowering Rural America (ERA) and Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) programs. During the meeting, they shared …Read More.
Baby-proofing done right
Electrical safety in your home
Whether you’re about to welcome your first baby home or already have toddlers in your home, you’ve probably thought a lot about safety. Beyond safety gates and rubber corner guards, Indiana Electric Cooperatives recommends parents also think about other potential …Read More.
811 Day reminds Hoosiers to call before you dig
This August day serves as a year-round reminder
Aug. 11 is just one day a year, but Indiana Electric Cooperatives hopes the 8/11 date on the calendar will serve as a natural reminder for residents to call 811 any day of the year before a digging project. Every …Read More.
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