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Abstract
The Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) is the largest rural electric
cooperative in the US. In this case, readers learn about various principal-agent
problems that occurred at PEC and the steps taken to correct such problems.
Electric cooperatives are a vital part of the US electrical grid. Providing
electricity to 40 million people in 47 states, these cooperatives serve 85% of the
nation’s land mass. This case follows the experience of PEC’s former General
Manager Juan Garza. Also, benchmark financial and operating information are
provided. At the conclusion, readers are asked questions about the selection
method for a new general manager and also about how this cooperative might
improve its efficiency.