Does adding solar panels make sense with your utility?
Estimate your savings based on your Indiana Utility Company
Written by Max Kennerk, SolarCommission.Org
Updated 9-20-25
Switching to Solar with Your Utility Company
When deciding whether it makes sense to add solar panels to your home or business, a key factor is your utility company and how they work with solar owners. There are over 40 utility companies in Indiana and almost all of them have unique standards, policies, and rate structures that affect solar owners. Select your utility below to learn more.
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A Guide to Going Solar with Boone REMC
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Understanding Boone REMC
Boone REMC
Utility Type: REMC - a rural electric membership corporation where customers are also member-owners. An REMC does not make their own energy, but purchases it from a power provider.
Headquarters: Lebanon, IN
Power Provider: Wabash Valley Power Alliance
Website: www.BREMC.com
Contact for Solar Related Questions: 800-897-7362
Key takeaways for switching to solar with Boone REMC
Solar Policies: As an REMC, Boone REMC’s solar policies are governed by a board of directors representing the membership districts that make up the service territory.
Commonly Used Solar Programs:
Net Metering (NM-8)
Net metering credit on Wholesale Charges. Any excess solar energy is added to a bank of kwh for the account; the bank can be used in future billing periods to offset what would be purchased.
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Boone REMC Service Territory
“Boone REMC requires solar owners to provide proof of a $1,000,000 insurance liability policy.
NM-8 Rates apply to systems that have a rating of less than 25 kw. If 25 kw or larger, written consent from the power provider is required.
Solar owners receive net metering credit for excess solar generation on their Wholesale Energy Charges, but are still responsible for customer charges, demand charges, and applicable Energy Delivery Charge per kwh on total consumption.
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Are solar panels worth it for Boone REMC customers?
Yes! For Boone REMC customers in Indiana, adding solar panels can be a worthwhile consideration. Their Net Metering program (NM-8) is a good option as it does provide the customer with a credit for excess energy generated on their wholesale energy charges.
Additionally, the availability of the federal tax credit can offset the initial installation costs, making solar more accessible. However, individual circumstances, such as roof orientation, local regulations, and financial situation, should be evaluated to determine the overall value of a solar panel installation.