September Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: DATA CENTERS, PLANNING BEFORE BEFORE POWERING UP
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September Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: DATA CENTERS, PLANNING BEFORE BEFORE POWERING UP

Data centers driving artificial intelligence, crypto mining, data storage, and processing continue to generate significant discussion across Texas and the nation. I briefly touched on… View Article Read More

August Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: ANNUAL MEETING RECAPS PROGRESS BUILT THROUGH STRATEGIC PLANNING
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August Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: ANNUAL MEETING RECAPS PROGRESS BUILT THROUGH STRATEGIC PLANNING

Each year, GVEC’s Annual Meeting offers an opportunity to reflect on progress, share updates, and conduct important Cooperative business. This year’s meeting also highlighted accomplishments… View Article Read More

July Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Member Solutions for Peak Demand
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July Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Member Solutions for Peak Demand

In South Central Texas, summer heat is a given. When temperatures rise, so does electricity usage—especially during the late afternoon and early evening, when air… View Article Read More

May Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Reducing the Risk of Wildfires
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May Message from the GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Reducing the Risk of Wildfires

Gone are the days when wildfires were mostly confined to the western United States. Rising temperatures, prolonged drought, and shifting weather patterns are creating dangerous… View Article Read More

April Message from GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Alignment in Action: Big Enough to Deliver, Small Enough to Care
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April Message from GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Alignment in Action: Big Enough to Deliver, Small Enough to Care

For many, the arrival of spring brings fresh momentum, renewed alignment, and a clearer focus on what lies ahead. At GVEC, that alignment shows up… View Article Read More

March Message from GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Powering the Future: Understanding Load Growth in an AI-Driven Texas
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March Message from GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Powering the Future: Understanding Load Growth in an AI-Driven Texas

Across Texas and the nation, conversations about artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers have become increasingly prominent. These technologies are growing rapidly, and so are… View Article Read More

February Message From GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Weathering Winter Together, The Energy We All Share
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February Message From GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Weathering Winter Together, The Energy We All Share

When outdoor temperatures drop, electricity use naturally rises. Colder weather drives us indoors, where we rely more heavily on heating systems, lighting, and household appliances…. View Article Read More

January Message From GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Future Focused, Member Driven: Powering the Next Five Years
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January Message From GM & CEO Darren Schauer: Future Focused, Member Driven: Powering the Next Five Years

Happy New Year, GVEC! As we look ahead, I’m proud to share that GVEC staff are starting the year with a new five-year strategic plan—one… View Article Read More

December Message From General Manager Darren Schauer: Delivering Fair and Transparent Value for Our Members
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December Message From General Manager Darren Schauer: Delivering Fair and Transparent Value for Our Members

At GVEC, we are always interested in solutions that strengthen our electric system while also delivering fair and transparent value for our members. Building on… View Article Read More

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November Message From General Manager Darren Schauer: Investing in Tomorrow’s Leaders

At GVEC, we believe that preparing the next generation to lead is one of the most meaningful investments we can make. That’s why I’m proud… View Article Read More