New to the Cooperative


First of all, we want to welcome you as one of the newest member-owners of GVEC! We hope you find that your experience here with our people, products and services surpass your need and expectations. Below, we’ve compiled a list of important items to review so you can start saving time and money with us!

Understand What Belonging to a Cooperative Means

With this unique form of business, comes an array of member benefits to look forward to. Learn more about usour rootswho we are today, and opportunities for establishing a long and prosperous career with GVEC.

If you work with a nonprofit organization or school, civic club, community event, or know/have a senior in high school – these services will benefit you.
Save Yourself Time

Understand what goes into your electric bill each month and how it is calculated. This will take the guesswork out of future bills. Know that bills will fluctuate each month based on many factors around on your lifestyle, however one of the largest factors is weather. Bills are typically highest in the cold winter and hot summer months. We have energy efficiency advice, products, and services to help.

  • Learn about our outage reporting texting service – TextPower. It’s the easiest way to report outages. With this option, you’ll receive updates on the status of your outage and when it is restored.
  • You can Track outages any time with our outage viewer.
  • See the safety section of our website to learn more about outage and electrical safety.

Create a login for our bill pay and account management system, SmartHub. You can access it via computer at www.gvec.org or download the free smartphone app called Smarthub.

Since you have a new place, inquire with us on your needs for internet. We offer Fiber Power®, the fastest internet technology on the market today in select areas, and wireless service in the more rural areas.
Save Yourself Money

Call a Customer Service Representative any time to schedule a complimentary energy audit for your home or business. We’ll show you where the money wasters are and offer unbiased advice on efficient options that fit your goals and budget.

  • Review our Energy Efficiency Rebate Program. We offer incentives on upgrades that meet our guidelines for energy efficiency. As a bonus, when you purchase from GVEC beyond the meter products, your rebate is instant, no waiting for reimbursement!
  • Explore our AC/Heating products and services. There you can learn about the largest contributor to your electric bill, HVAC, and purchase products and services to alleviate some of that expense including solar alternatives.
Stay Informed & Involved

The only way to continue to make the best decisions when it comes to our services for your home or business is to keep up with what’s happening at GVEC through the following resources:

  • Read Texas Co-Op Power magazine or our GVEC Blog – Each member receives a copy of The GVEC Review within Texas Co-Op Power magazine each month at your home or business. You’ll find updates such as rate changes and energy efficiency information, programs, services, industry and Cooperative news, community organizations and events, recipes, and more! You’ll also see stories and more posted on our blog.
  • Attend your District Meeting and the Annual Meeting each year. Get major outage updates, efficiency tips, job postings, and more!
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