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Live Brighter Lite is a fixed-rate residential energy plan available from Direct Energy. As with many fixed-rate electricity plans in Texas, customers can lock in their electricity rate for 12 or 24 months, offering long-term predictability for budgeting.
Plan |
Average price for 1,000 kilowatt-hour (kWh) |
Contract length |
Monthly bill estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Brighter Lite | 16.9 cents/kWh | 12–24 months | $169 |
This rate is for the Houston-area ZIP code 77005. Enter your ZIP code to find up-to-date pricing in your city.
Live Brighter Lite is one of Direct Energy’s most popular energy plans. Here are some of its key features:
You’ll find complete details about these features and more on the plan’s Electricity Facts Label (EFL). If you have any questions, call our experts at the number on your screen.
Direct Energy’s Live Brighter Lite plan is a good fit for customers who want a reliable long-term rate and generally use a low to moderate amount of electricity each month. As long as you keep your usage under 1,000 kWh, you’ll avoid the $9.95 usage charge. Your rate will stay stable for one to two years, and you can depend on Direct Energy’s reliable customer service.
Choose Texas Power makes it easy to sign up for any plan in just a few minutes. To start, enter your ZIP code to browse plans in your area. Once you’ve reviewed the plan details, simply click “Check Availability” to confirm if Live Brighter Lite is available in your area. From there, follow the steps to submit your information and complete the signup process.
In a rush? Direct Energy offers same-day electricity service if you sign up by 5 p.m. Call the number on your screen to learn more.
Direct Energy is one of the largest electricity providers in the country. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, the company is recognized for its exceptional customer service, innovative online tools, and straightforward energy options. Besides Live Brighter Lite, you’ll find the following Direct Energy plans on the Choose Texas Power marketplace.
| Apartment Basics 12 | 12 months | $0.169 / kWh |
| Bright Secure 12 | 12 months | $0.175 / kWh |
| Live Brighter 1k+ 24 | 24 months | $0.182 / kWh |
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