During the 2026 Indiana General Assembly, IEC achieved meaningful outcomes for its member cooperatives by presenting a clear, unified voice on key energy and infrastructure issues. By aligning priorities and communicating consistently, we were able to effectively advocate for policies …Read More.
Enhance safety in your home and workplace during National Electrical Safety Month
May is National Electrical Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about electrical hazards and the steps individuals can take to reduce the risk of injury or death at home and in the workplace. Electricity is a vital part of …Read More.
Indiana’s electric cooperatives assist in Mississippi winter storm recovery
Indiana’s electric cooperatives sent crews and equipment to Mississippi to assist with power restoration efforts following Winter Storm Fern. The storm caused severe and unprecedented damage to electric infrastructure across parts of the state, prompting Indiana crews to mobilize in …Read More.
IEC Strategic Planning
Over the past several months, IEC has taken important first steps toward shaping our next strategic plan, starting by listening. Through a statewide initial input survey of cooperative CEOs and directors, and a visioning session at the 2025 IEC Annual …Read More.
A Seat at the Table: Nuclear Energy Coalition and Energy Growth Task Force
IEC has been invited to represent the interests of Indiana’s electric cooperatives with two influential state initiatives: the Nuclear Energy Coalition and the Strategic Energy Growth Task Force. Having a seat at the table during both of these important discussions …Read More.
Nuclear Indiana Coalition Update
In April 2025, Gov. Braun established the Nuclear Indiana Coalition through executive order to advance nuclear energy development in the state, with a focus on small modular reactors and other advanced technologies. The coalition brings together state agencies, utilities, industry, …Read More.
Fearon Named Program Manager
IEC named Matt Fearon program manager of safety, training, and workforce development. In this role, he will support the safety, training, and workforce development department by coordinating and standardizing program operations, managing learning and compliance systems, and ensuring efficient, consistent …Read More.
Lock Named REAP Director
IEC named Adam Lock the apprenticeship training program director. In this role, he will provide leadership and stewardship over the Rural Electric Apprenticeship Program (REAP) by integrating technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and hands-on instruction to develop competent safety-focused utility professionals. …Read More.
Strait Promoted to Senior Regulatory Consultant
IEC promoted Becky Strait to senior regulatory consultant. Strait joined IEC’s regulatory compliance team in 2021, bringing with her almost 25 years of electric utility safety and compliance experience. Before joining IEC, she worked in safety and compliance roles at …Read More.
Jones Promoted to Director of Regulatory Strategy and Compliance
Indiana Electric Cooperatives promoted Marty Jones to director of regulatory strategy and compliance. In this role, he will provide strategic leadership and oversight for member cooperatives’ regulatory compliance programs. He will set the long-term vision, establish standards of excellence, and …Read More.
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