Who we are\r\n\r\nDirect Energy is one of North America#s leading integrated energy companies and a member of the Centrica group of companies. \r\n\r\nWith operations across Canada, Texas and the north-eastern United States, Direct Energy delivers C$8 billion of energy and related services to over five million residential and commercial customers.\r\n\r\nWorldwide, the Centrica group of companies provides energy and other services through more than 32 million customer relationships.\r\n\r\nWhat makes us unique\r\n\r\nSince beginning operations in North America in 2000, Direct Energy has grown to provide customers with choice and support in managing energy costs through a portfolio of innovative products and services. \r\n\r\nIn addition to its leadership in residential markets, Direct Energy continues to expand on its leading role in commercial and industrial business sectors. \r\n\r\nAs Direct Energy grows, the company is becoming more vertically integrated through the active development of our upstream gas business in Western Canada, our power station acquisitions in Texas and some ground-breaking agreements, in Texas, to take the entire output of three wind farms.\r\n\r\nDirect Energy is now managing the energy supply chain from source to homes and businesses across the continent. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n