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Electric Vehicles Electric vehicles have grown in popularity all around the world for being cost effective, low maintenance, and reducing pollution. Are you interested in purchasing an electric vehicle (EV), but don't know where to start? Southeastern Indiana REMC is here to offer guidance and insight as you make this decision. If you're considering an electric vehicle, please work with us to: ensure you have the right power supply for your charging needs take advantage of rate options to save you money

Grassroots Political engagement helps electric cooperatives continue to serve rural Indiana well. Grassroots advocacy is a crucial component. Why Politics Matter For most people, their electricity provider is just the company that keeps the lights on. But an electric cooperative’s relationship with its consumer-owners is different. Since the 1930s when Indiana’s electric cooperatives were formed, they’ve thrived because of the political engagement between their consumer-owners and local, state and federal governments. Indiana’s electric cooperatives advocate for rural Hoosiers like you on the state and federal levels so they can continue providing safe, reliable and affordable energy — and maintain the quality of life in rural communities. But electric cooperatives need your help in the process, too. Indiana’s electric cooperatives thrive when their consumer-owners stay politically engaged and advocate for policies that help cooperatives best serve their consumers. How can you do this? It all starts with grassroots activism. In the context of the electric cooperative program, "grassroots" is a powerful word. In fact, the historical success of the electric cooperatives can be credited to grassroots activism. The electric cooperative definition of “grassroots” is “electric cooperative activists — directors, managers, employees and consumer-owners — who take an active role in the political process to protect their cooperative from harmful legislation and regulation, as well as to promote the value of cooperative ownership to their legislators.” Grassroots involvement means communicating with your local, state and federal legislators on issues affecting electric cooperatives. Grassroots — the unified efforts and voices of the nation’s electric co-op supporters — has proven to be the foundation of the industry’s 85 years of success in serving electric co-ops, their owners and their communities. What does a Grassroot Advocate do ? By registering as an advocate for Indiana’s electric cooperatives, you will be kept up to date on major legislative and political utility issues at both the state and federal levels. You will receive monthly communication via email or text alert, ranging from educational pieces, surveys, story collections, and even calls to action. Grassroots advocates for Indiana’s electric cooperatives help keep rural Indiana strong and the cooperative voice heard. Advocates may also be called upon to contact their legislators and speak up for Indiana’s electric cooperatives. As a grassroots advocate, you will be on the front lines of keeping rural Hoosiers’ voices loud and strong. Sign up to be a Grassroots Advocate action.indianaec.org

BE PREPARED. HAVE A BACK-UP. Generator Program Be the house on your road with the lights still on when the power goes out. SEIREMC IS AN AUTHORIZED ELITE GENERAC DEALER. Take charge of your power. Stay prepared with the generator program. Southeastern Indiana REMC members can take advantage of exclusive discounts on Generac Generators - designed to keep your home powered and your family comfortable. With your purchase of a Generac Generator, you're automatically enrolled in our Generator Load management Program, which is a smart and rewarding way to reduce strain on the electric grid during peak periods. How it works: The program runs during the winter months (December, January, February) and summer months (June, July, August). During control periods, your Generac generator powers your home, ensuring uninterrupted comfort while helping reduce demand on the electric grid. You will receive a $50 monthly bill credit for each control period you participate in. We sell the 22 kW Air Cooled unit with a 200 amp transfer switch and 7-year parts/labor warranty. Our certified technicians install and maintain the 22 kW units we sell. Southeastern Indiana REMC members receive huge discounts on our Generac Generators. Plus, members purchasing a total home back-up generator can take advantage of our 1-year financing program option! UPFRONT PRICING $7,400 Plus additional material and prorated Maintenance & Service Agreement Fee LEASE TO OWN $1,850 Plus additional material and prorated Maintenance & Service Agreement Fee - Plus 3 quarterly payments of $1,850 Pricing is valid for 1 year from signature date. Download a copy of the Generator Program Agreement and Details Generator Program Agreement Program Agreement Details Member Name Home Phone Cell Phone Email Address Address City State Zip REMC Account Number Day-Ahead Notification: Email Text Phone Call None Method of Payment: Upfront Lease to Own Please submit a check for $100 along with signed documents to initiate a site visit and install. Member is purchasing a Liquid Propane (LP) or Natural Gas residential 22kW Generac Generator with a seven (7) year parts, labor, and travel warranty from Southeastern Indiana REMC (SEIREMC) and agrees to participate in the Load Control Program and carry the annual Maintenance and Service Agreement for a minimum of seven (7) years. Payment Options: Pricing is valid for 1 year from signature date. Upfront: Pay $7,400 plus additional material and prorated Maintenance and Service Agreement fee upon completed installation. Lease to Own: Pay $1,850 plus additional material and pro-rated Maintenance and Service Agreement fee upon completion, plus three (3) quarterly payments of $1,850. Member shall be served under the Residential Rate Schedule. Member shall receive an annual fuel reimbursement in March if SEIREMC controlled the standby generator in excess of eighty (80) hours during the previous twelve (12) month period. Member shall receive a monthly control period bill credit for complying with Load Control Program guidelines. Member may choose to terminate the Generator Program Agreement by providing thirty (30) days written notice to SEIREMC and agreeing to reimburse SEIREMC $2,500 if termination occurs within the first five (5) years of ownership. Termination in year six (6) of ownership requires Member to reimburse SEIREMC $1,000 payable within thirty days of termination date. Termination in year seven (7) of ownership requires Member to reimburse SEIREMC $500 payable within thirty (30) days of termination date. Member has read, understands, and agrees to all terms and conditions herein. Member Signature Clear Select a date Submit Thanks for submitting!

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Indiana Connection Magazine Indiana Connection's content celebrates the rural and suburban Indiana lifestyle, and also includes advice on how to stay safe around electricity and how to trim your energy bills. Plus, our members have access to the latest news about issues important to them as consumers of electric and diversified services provided by the REMC. Over 300,000 Hoosiers from all over the state receive the magazine, which is published by Indiana Electric Cooperatives, through their membership in their local electric co-ops. The magazine has informed, entertained and, most importantly, connected with its readers since its first issue in 1951. Back then, it was known as Indiana Rural News . Through the years, the multi-award-winning publication evolved from a tabloid newspaper, to one with a new moniker - Electric Consumer - which referred to its electric cooperative roots, to a slick stock magazine. Finally, March 2019, the magazine rebranded as Indiana Connection, a name chosen to reflect their strong ongoing relationship with their readers. Our readers can’t be pigeon-holed by their background, occupation, age, gender or race. They are anyone and everyone. They are uniquely “Indiana.” Learn More Want to receive your copy of Indiana Connection Magazine electronically? Sign up for the ePub .

Connect to Save Earn incentives for using less energy during peak hours Do you currently own or plan on purchasing a smart thermostat? If so, we encourage you to enroll in Connect to Save, a pilot for Southeastern Indiana REMC’s electric residential members. Connect to Save rewards you for allowing us to adjust your thermostat energy use during certain peak periods. Upon enrollment approval, you’ll receive an initial incentive of $75 per device enrolled. Each year after that, you will receive an additional $25 per enrolled device.* Apply Now! What is Connect to Save? When temperatures soar or plummet, home heating and cooling use also increases, creating an “energy rush hour.” Electric cooperatives such as Southeastern Indiana REMC request more generation to meet the higher demand, which in turn drives up power costs. By lowering energy use throughout our system during times of peak demand, we can lower our power costs. Because electric cooperatives are not-for-profit, those savings are then passed on to you. Together, we can work to lower costs. A smart thermostat can help you use less energy during rush hour by cooling or heating your home ahead of time. Adjusting the temperature a few degrees thereafter is all it takes to help keep power costs down. Eligible Devices Smart Thermostats Your thermostat will adjust the temperature to balance energy savings. If you wish not to participate, you can always choose to change the temperature on your thermostat and opt out of that particular event. How does it work ? For starters, you must connect your enrolled device to Wi-Fi and enroll in Connect to Save. During times of high electricity demand or “peak energy use” when air conditioners or heaters kick into high gear, you will be notified via email, and your enrolled device will respond accordingly to reduce consumption. More Information Contact Us

2025 DIRECTOR ELECTION VOTING OPENS: April 16 at 7:30 a.m. Voting Closes: May 15 at 11:59 p.m. Members will receive a voting packet by mail with instructions for casting their vote online or by mail. Results will be announced during a live broadcast on May 19, 2025. Meet the Candidates: 2025 Board of Directors Election DISTRICT 4 CANDIDATES: Jesse McClure (Incumbent) Jesse McClure and his wife, Laura, have been members of Southeastern Indiana REMC for fifteen years.  His business experience includes customer service knowledge, negotiating contracts as a sales representative in the steel industry, and settling claims for Liberty Mutual Insurance. Jesse has served as an REMC board member for six years and is currently the board treasurer. He has completed the Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) certification and Board Leadership Certificate (BLC) through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). He is a graduate of Rising Sun High School in Rising Sun, Indiana and holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University. Jesse has served on the Rising Sun Volunteer Fire Department and as a founding member of the Rising Sun Volunteer Fire Department Scholarship Board. He and his family attend the Rising Sun Church of Christ in Rising Sun, Indiana. Watch Jesse McClure's Candidate Statement Video Sheena Pyles Sheena Pyles has been a dedicated member of Southeastern Indiana REMC for 10 years. She brings nearly two decades of experience in engineering, compliance, and strategic planning, with a strong background in environmental sustainability, financial auditing, and operational efficiency. Sheena has worked for Toyota Motor North America for 18 years, holding various roles in Production Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Compliance and Audit. She currently serves as Chief of Staff in Toyota’s Production Engineering division, where she plays a key role in strategic planning for new plant construction and vehicle model changes. She is a Certified Internal Auditor and a Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional, with expertise in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. Sheena holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from the University of Evansville. She has served as Treasurer for both the Central Kentucky Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors and Toyota’s ToyoPets business partnering group. Additionally, she was a United States expert on the ISO Technical Committee 207, contributing to the revision of international environmental management standards ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 14004:2015. Passionate about community engagement, Sheena has participated in river cleanups and professional organizations focused on environmental management, auditing, and compliance. She is eager to deepen her involvement in the Southeastern Indiana REMC community, advocating for infrastructure improvements, renewable energy initiatives, and operational efficiency to benefit cooperative members. Sheena and her family reside in Patriot, Indiana, where she looks forward to expanding her contributions to the local community and cooperative leadership. Watch Sheena Pyles' Candidate Statement Video DISTRICT 5 CANDIDATE: Melissa Menchhofer (Incumbent) Melissa Menchhofer and her husband, Tom, have been members of Southeastern Indiana REMC for over thirty years. They operate a livestock and grain farm, and Melissa is the financial manager of the family business. Her business experience also includes managing the finances of several local, mid-sized businesses and non-profit organizations. Melissa has served as an REMC board member for ten years. She formerly served as Vice President of the Board and currently represents the cooperative on the Indiana Electric Cooperatives (IEC) board of directors. She has completed the Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD), Board Leadership Certificate (BLC) certification, and Director Gold Credential Program (DGC), all through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). She graduated from South Ripley High School in Versailles, Indiana and holds an Associate degree from Purdue University. Melissa has served the community as a poll worker on election day and has participated in REMC community service day projects. She has also served in various leadership capacities at her church as treasurer, visual media specialist, and coordinator of the funeral meal ministry. Watch Melissa Menchhofer's Candidate Statement Video DISTRICT 9 CANDIDATE: Casey Menchhofer (Incumbent) Casey Menchhofer and his wife, Marie, have been members of Southeastern Indiana REMC for fifteen years. His business experience includes owning and operating two companies: Menchhofer Seed Service LLC and Menchhofer Insurance Service LLC, working as a project engineer in construction for the Indiana Department of Transportation, and growing up on a farm. Casey has served as an REMC board member for six years and has completed the Credentialed Cooperative Director (CCD) certification through the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). He is a graduate of South Ripley High School in Versailles, Indiana and holds two bachelor of science degrees in engineering from Purdue University: Civil Engineering and Land Surveying and Geomatics. Casey has served on the local Purdue Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) advisory committee, seedsman advisory panels, supported 4-H events, and sponsored several non-profit events. Casey and his family attend Hopewell Baptist Church in Holton, Indiana. Watch Casey Menchhofer's Candidate Statement Video Nominating Committee Information Interested in serving on the Nominating Committee? Nominating Committee members serve an important role in the cooperative's governance. The Committee is responsible for reviewing the qualifications and characteristics of potential director candidates and officially nominates a slate of candidates from each district. Committee Constitution The Nominating Committee members and chairperson are appointed by the Board of Directors for each district. Each district committee is comprised of three members from that district. The committee should reflect the diversity of the members of the cooperative in that district. Goals and Resources The Committee nominates director candidates to ensure Board membership remains at the level set in the Bylaws. The nominating committee interviews each prospective candidate. The REMC provides a nominating committee toolkit to the chairman of each district’s nominating committee to aid in the selection and nomination of qualified director candidates. Legal counsel on governance matters will be made available by the Corporate Attorney. If you have an interest in serving your cooperative as a nominating committee member for your district, please complete and submit the Nominating Committee Application. Applications Open: October 1, 2025 Deadline to Apply: November 30, 2025 Nominating Committee Application Director Candidate Information Interested in running for the Board of Directors? The following information will help you determine your eligibility and understand the commitment required of a Director. Director's Job Description Director's Time Commitment Bylaws Complete the Candidate Statement of Interest form and contact a committee member from your district to discuss your interest in being nominated as a director candidate in the 2026 Director Election. Interest forms will be available December 1, 2025. Candidate Statement of Interest Candidate Statement of Interest forms must be submitted by January 31, 2026.

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BILL INSERTS At Southeastern Indiana REMC, we value keeping our members informed. Each month, we provide a newsletter with your bill that features important co-op updates, programs, and events. For members enrolled in paperless billing, these inserts are not included with your statement. However, you can access digital copies of each month’s bill inserts right here on our website. Stay connected and never miss out on essential information! April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 4-H Program Show More

Wind Turbines Determine how much electricity you use and what it costs, annually and by the kilowatt - hour . Then, find ways to make your home more efficient and reduce your energy use. Start by calculating your average electricity bill. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) provides some rules of thumb in its Small Wind Electric Systems: A U.S. Consumer’s Guide http://energy.gov/eere/office-energy-efficiency-renewable-energy(link is external) Then, conduct an energy audit of your home to identify ways of using energy more efficiently and ways of reducing energy use. United Cooperative Services offers free energy audits to its members. Implementing energy efficiency opportunities will almost always offer a quicker return on your investment and additionally may enhance the viability of a wind turbine project through a lower capital expense associated with a smaller turbine that will satisfy the new lower energy load. This could lower your electricity bill significantly. Determine your site suitability and wind resource. Most experts recommend that you have at least one acre of land if you are considering the installation of a small wind system. Smaller parcels may be suitable if adequate tower setbacks can be achieved. Examine your site for potential turbulence. When wind flows around buildings, trees, and other structures in the landscape, it slows down or becomes turbulent. A wind turbine should be placed in a location where turbulence is minimized. It also should be placed upwind of buildings and trees. In addition, you should determine the “roughness”—the terrain and density of vegetation on the landscape—within a radius equal to 20 times the tower height, in the prevailing wind direction. Determine estimated installed cost of system and calculate return on investment. A rule of thumb for estimating the cost of a small wind system is $4–$10 per installed watt. The total installed cost is the cost of the wind generator and tower plus the cost of permitting, installation, and interconnection to the grid. The payback for a small wind system is the amount of time it takes for the system to pay for itself in energy savings. Graph reflects KWH produced* 132 (cost per kwh)