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"At Deep East Texas Electric Co-op, our purpose is to provide affordable and reliable electric service to our membership while promoting safety, innovation, and the spirit of cooperation in the communities we serve." - Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative's Mission Statement

Deep East Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DETEC) is a transmission and distribution electric cooperative. Formed in 1938, the Cooperative is headquartered in San Augustine, Texas and serves some 40,000 meters in eight counties of Deep East Texas, including Jasper, Nacogdoches, Newton, Panola, Rusk, Sabine, San Augustine and Shelby Counties.

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2018 Scholarship Application - Deadline: March 1, 2018

2018 Government-in-Action Youth Tour Application - Deadline: February 16, 2018

2018 ETREYS Application - Deadline: March 1, 2018

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Ways To Save

When we work together, using energy wisely and saving money go hand in hand. And with helpful energy efficient tools and resources from your electric co-op, doing both is easier than you think. Learn more...

Kids Energy Zone

Deep East Texas Electric Co-op, your Touchstone Energy® Partner, invites you to visit the Touchstone Energy Kids Zone, a cool place where you can learn about electricity, energy savings and electrical safety. Learn more...