Hoosier Energy Rural Electric Cooperative Inc.

Hoosier Energy Rural Electric Cooperative Inc. is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt corporate entity based in Bloomington, Indiana, serving rural electric cooperative members in central and southern Indiana and Illinois. Registered in SAM.gov since 2009, the organization focuses on providing electric utility services with an increasing emphasis on sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure. Through federal grant awards, Hoosier Energy demonstrates a commitment to delivering renewable energy solutions, infrastructure improvements, and technical assistance to rural communities, positioning itself as a strategic partner in advancing clean energy initiatives.

The cooperative has secured significant federal grant awards across multiple programs, including a $205,571,038 Department of Energy Grid Infrastructure Deployment and Resilience grant to construct 88.27 miles of transmission lines, a $676,796,440 Rural Utilities Service New Empowering Rural America (New ERA) Program grant for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and a $100,000 Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grant for renewable energy audits and technical assistance. These awards demonstrate Hoosier Energy's multifaceted approach to energy infrastructure, focusing on grid resilience, clean energy deployment, and supporting agricultural and small business members. The cooperative has also received sub-awards from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, indicating its involvement in utility restoration and infrastructure protection. The federal grants span critical areas such as transmission line improvements, zero-emission systems, energy efficiency, renewable energy deployment, and technical support for rural communities, showcasing Hoosier Energy's comprehensive strategy for modernizing and sustaining rural electric infrastructure.