Indiana Electric Cooperatives CEO John Cassady represented the state’s electric cooperatives at a recent meeting of Indiana Gov. Mike Braun’s Strategic Energy Growth Task Force. Braun established the task force to develop a comprehensive plan to meet Indiana’s growing demand …Read More.
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Guatemala advances rural electrification through new registration initiative
The Guatemalan Ministry of Energy and Mines recently announced new guidelines for the voluntary registration of rural isolated systems, marking an important step toward achieving universal access to electricity across the country. This was a culmination of years of work …Read More.
Linemen demonstrate skills at Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo
On Aug. 21-22, 125 electric linemen and 24 teams competed at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo. The two-day, family-friendly event showcased the skills and safety training of electric cooperative lineworkers. The rodeo included competitive events for apprentices, journeyman lineworkers …Read More.
IEC comments on EPA’s proposed repeal of greenhouse gas emissions standards
In early August, Indiana Electric Cooperatives provided the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency with comments on the agency’s proposed repeal of the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Fossil Fuel-Fired Electric Generating Units, otherwise known as the power plant rule. Read the …Read More.
Daviess-Martin County REMC marks 10 years with no lost-time accidents
Daviess-Martin County REMC is celebrating 10 years with no lost-time accidents. From August 15, 2015, to August 15, 2025, Daviess-Martin County REMC operated without a single lost time accident in the office or out on the job site. In an …Read More.
Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo is Aug. 21-22, 2025
More than 130 electric linemen will compete at the Indiana Electric Cooperative Lineman Rodeo Aug. 21-22 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 …Read More.
Electric cooperatives to re-energize homes in Guatemala
Indiana electric cooperative lineworkers are traveling to Guatemala today to re-energize approximately 670 homes in seven villages in Central Guatemala as part of an international initiative to bring electricity to developing areas in Guatemala. “Project Indiana: Empowering Global Communities for …Read More.
International Year of Cooperatives and 90 Years
With the Independence Day holiday approaching, our thoughts turn to cookouts, parades, and fireworks as we rightfully celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. The day following the Fourth of July isn’t going to light up the night sky with …Read More.
INDIANA SENDS 61 YOUTH TO VISIT WASHINGTON, D.C.
Indiana’s electric cooperatives are sponsoring 61 students on the 2025 Indiana Youth Tour June 15-22. Youth Tour provides young Hoosiers the opportunity to visit the nation’s capital, learn about government, experience American history and gain a better understanding about their …Read More.
Building on 90 years of cooperative advocacy
John Cassady, CEO As we continue to celebrate the 90th anniversary of Indiana Electric Cooperatives, we should take a moment to reflect on our rich history while we identify ways to build on the cooperative legacy together. When IEC was …Read More.