Veteran Energy
A veteran-owned Texas electricity provider that donates a portion of every bill to veteran-focused charitable organizations.
Pros
- + Mission-driven company supporting veteran causes
- + Competitive rates despite charitable donations
- + Available across all major TDU territories
- + Transparent, straightforward plans
Cons
- – Smaller provider with limited plan variety
- – Less established track record than major brands
- – Customer service team is smaller
Service Territory
Plan Types
Veteran Energy Overview
Veteran Energy was founded in Houston in 2016 by military veterans with a clear mission: provide competitive electricity rates while giving back to the veteran community. A portion of every customer’s bill goes to veteran-focused charitable organizations, making this one of the few Texas REPs where your electricity purchase directly supports a social cause.
The company is veteran-owned and operated, and they’ve built their brand around that identity. Despite being a smaller provider, Veteran Energy serves all four major TDU territories and has earned a loyal customer base among both veterans and non-veterans who want their electricity dollars to do more.
Plan Options
Veteran Energy keeps things simple:
- Fixed-rate plans — Locked-in pricing for terms typically ranging from 12 to 24 months. These plans are competitively priced and structured without gimmicks or complicated tiers.
- Variable-rate plans — Month-to-month pricing that adjusts based on market conditions. No long-term commitment required.
The charitable donation component is built into the business model, not tacked on as a surcharge. You won’t see a separate line item on your bill for the donation — it comes from the company’s revenue.
What to Watch For
The most surprising thing about Veteran Energy is that their rates are often competitive with providers who don’t have a charitable component. They keep overhead low and don’t spend heavily on marketing, which helps offset the cost of donations. That said, always compare their Electricity Facts Label against other options at the kWh level that matches how much your home draws.
As a smaller provider, Veteran Energy doesn’t offer the breadth of plan types you’ll find at a major company like TXU or Reliant. There are no free nights plans, solar buyback options, or time-of-use structures. If you want a straightforward fixed-rate plan and value the mission, Veteran Energy is worth serious consideration.
Customer service is handled by a smaller team, which can mean longer wait times during peak periods. On the flip side, many customers report a more personal, attentive experience when they do connect with support.
Service Territory
Veteran Energy serves customers across all major deregulated areas of Texas, including Oncor (Dallas-Fort Worth), CenterPoint (Houston), AEP Texas (Corpus Christi, South Texas), and TNMP (various areas throughout the state).
Current Veteran Energy Plans
Live rates from Veteran Energy in Oncor territory. Enter your ZIP code to see plans at your address.
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