Greenbelt Electric Cooperative Secures $2.3M TxEF Grant for Grid Weatherization
· Texas Border Business
Governor Abbott has announced a $2.3 million grant from the Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) to enhance electric reliability for members of Greenbelt Electric Cooperative, Inc. (GEC) in the Texas Panhandle. The funding will support technology upgrades for better weatherization of the electricity distribution system. GEC aims to improve infrastructure and ensure reliable power for its members in counties such as Armstrong, Childress, and Gray. Key improvements include the installation of nearly 70 electronic reclosers to quickly shut off power during emergencies, reducing fire risks and outage durations. The grant aligns with GEC's wildfire mitigation efforts.
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