Purpose

As the largest chilled water district energy system in North America, TECO proudly stands alongside the member institutions of the Texas Medical Center (TMC). TECO is known for reliability, resiliency, energy efficiency, and environmental stewardship, as being The Energy Behind What’s Next on the TMC campus. Our purpose comes to life through our mission, core values, and strategic vision as we aim to provide consistent, reliable, resilient, and cost-effective services to our valued customers.  

Our Mission

TECO’s mission is to provide reliable and economical thermal services to the institutions of the Texas Medical Center.  

Our Core Values

Respect: We treat everyone with dignity and respect. 

Integrity: We hold ourselves accountable and adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct by demonstrating honest and ethical behavior at all times.  

Safety: We believe a safe work environment is mission critical. 

Excellence: We practice a standard of service excellence across all areas of the organization.

Our Vision

The following strategic elements set the foundation for TECO’s vision and key areas of focus. These elements align with our mission and core values.