August 1

August Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer: Why the Cooperative Invests in Distributed Energy Resources

You may have seen us write about “distributed energy resources” here in The GVEC Review or on GVEC’s website, blog or in other Cooperative publications…. View Article Read More

Animal Shelter Promo
July 24

Energy Efficiency: Energy Audits and Time of Use

In our region, AC/heating costs make up around 50% of the average home electric bill. That means summer heat can be not only physically uncomfortable… View Article Read More

Emergency Responders enjoying BBQ in their honor
July 17

Supporting, Celebrating Our Emergency Responders

Picnics, door prizes, chit-chat, cornhole and BBQ—these things aren’t normally associated with the critical, often lifesaving work emergency responders do. But such were the sights,… View Article Read More

Two GVEC linemen at the top of a pole, competing at the Texas Lineman's Rodeo
July 11

Texas Lineman’s Rodeo

The Texas Lineman’s Rodeo is a thrilling even where linemen from all over Texas showcase their line work skills. Held annually in Seguin, the Rodeo… View Article Read More

July 6

July Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer: One Last Rodeo for a GVEC Veteran

This month, as GVEC hosts the Texas Lineman’s Rodeo (TLR) 2023, I’d like to acknowledge the contributions to this event of Senior Executive Manager Bobby… View Article Read More

Owners of Baker Boys barbeque, father and son Phil and Wayne Baker
May 8

Baker Boys BBQ: Father, Son and Family Tradition Create a Recipe for Success

It’s 5:30 a.m., and the sun isn’t up, but Wayne Baker is. He’s checking briskets that have been smoking all night and starting fires for… View Article Read More

May 1

May Message from GVEC General Manager Darren Schauer — Peak-Time Payback: What It Is, Why It Matters, How To Join

GVEC debuted the Peak-Time Payback (PTP) demand response program in April 2020, replacing our previous program, Rush Hour Rewards. PTP works identically, with the same… View Article Read More

Image of Charlie Agar with a single bee held on left thumb tip held up before the camera, Charlie Bee Company
April 19

Bee Hugger – Local Man Makes Bees His Business and Mission

In recent years, backyard beekeeping has become a popular hobby. New Braunfels beekeeper Charlie Agar applauds the profession’s heightened profile, because it raises awareness among… View Article Read More

April 10

GVEC Supports South Central Texas Animal Shelters – Delivering More Forever Homes

Someone once said, “Saving one animal won’t change the world, but it will change the world for that one animal.” In that spirit, GVEC supports… View Article Read More

April Message from GVEC General Manager and CEO Darren Schauer — GVEC Members and Customers Tell Us How We’re Doing
April 3

April Message from GVEC General Manager and CEO Darren Schauer — GVEC Members and Customers Tell Us How We’re Doing

At GVEC, we work hard every day to establish and maintain strong relationships and to improve quality of life across the communities where we operate…. View Article Read More