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Your cooperative is currently experiencing normal energy demand. No special energy saving measures are necessary.

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  • Member Resources for COVID-19

    Member Resources for COVID-19

    Check out our resource page for more information regarding your co-op and the coronavirus pandemic.

  • Safety & Education

    Safety & Education

    Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative makes safety a top priority in our industry.

  • RECare

    RECare

    Sign up to participate in HCREC's RECare program which provides funds to be distributed by local community action agencies to help pay winter heating bills and to assist in weatherization of homes of low-income consumers.

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    Rebates & Efficiency

    Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative follows guidelines & sets policy for our Energy Efficiency reporting and rebates program.

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    Budget Billing

    Budget Billing allows you to pay a set amount on your electric utility account monthly, allowing you to better budget for the year.

  • Renewable Energy

    Renewable Energy

    Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative has made an investment in a community solar program that will benefitour member-owners who are interested in investing in renewable technology. There are many benefits of our participation program versus privately-owned systems.

  • Cooperative Membership: You're Protected from 2021 Historic Weather Costs

    As a member-owner of a rural electric cooperative, you belong to a broad cooperative network which helps spread risks across many utilities which can absorb wild swings in energy prices such as those experienced in February of 2021.

  • HCREC 2021 Annual Meeting to be held Virtually!

    HCREC will hold their annual meeting of the members through their website. Check it out to learn more!

  • Check out the New Allen Substation

    Harrison County REC is growing! Check out the new addition to our substations!

  • Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative Recognized with Economic Development Impact Award

    Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative Recognized with Economic Development Impact Award

  • Do you need a Humidifier?

    Is dry air causing sore throats, coughing, and static cling? Perhaps it’s time to add moisture to your home. Read on for the benefits of humidifiers and how to purchase and care for these appliances.

  • 22 Ways to Unplug if the Power Goes Out

    We’ve experienced a few devastating storms in recent years, so if the worst happens this winter, here are ways to use your “unplugged” time wisely.

  • I Hit a Power Pole...Now What?

    Accidents happen. Would you know what to do if your car crashed into an electric utility pole? What about if you see a pole that has been hit? Check out this article to learn more and if you see something, say something! Contact the REC to report broken poles or downed powerlines at 712.647.2727

Story of Rural Electric Cooperatives

This quick draw video will tell the story of rural electric cooperatives and why we're proud to be member-owned.

Community

Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative offers programs to the youth of all ages in the communities of our service territory.

  • Safety Demonstrations

    At Harrison County REC, safety is our main priority. We promote this by practice and teaching to those of all ages that we serve in our community!

  • Scholarships

    Harrison County Rural Electric Cooperative chooses students of our members for the annual $1,000 Basin Scholarship!

  • Youth Tour

    Are you a Junior in high school? Want to receive an all expense paid trip to Washington DC? Check out HCREC's Youth Tour Sponsorship to learn more!