A FREE trip of a lifetime for high school sophomores and juniors.

Karnes Electric Cooperative is committed to empowering the communities it serves, and that means more than providing electricity. Karnes Electric Co-op also works to improve the quality of life in our part of South Texas, which includes investing in the area’s youths. Karnes EC helps shape tomorrow’s leaders and is again proudly sponsoring 2 students on the Government-in-Action Youth Tour. It’s an all-expenses-paid, weeklong learning and leadership event in Washington, D.C., this June. The cooperative is now accepting applications, so act quickly!

Students have the option of downloading the pdf application or filling out the application completely online. All applications are due January 17, 2025 by 5:00 p.m.

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Over 1 Million Manhours without a Lost Time Accident

On September 1, 2024, KEC proudly achieved a significant safety milestone by surpassing 1 million manhours worked without a lost time accident. This remarkable accomplishment underscores our unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe working environment. However, this achievement is not the end of our journey. Safety is a continuous journey that requires ongoing dedication and improvement. As our team and environment evolve, it is crucial to maintain an intentional focus on safe work behaviors and strive for perfection in all that we do. There are no shortcuts when it comes to safety.

We remain committed to our safety protocols and practices, ensuring that we protect ourselves and each other every day.