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May 6, 2026

How to Participate in the 2027 California Direct Access Lottery

How to Participate in the 2027 California Direct Access Lottery

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Gary Cunningham

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California’s Direct Access (DA) program allows eligible C&I and Local Government energy users to purchase electricity from competitive third-party suppliers instead of major utilities.

Participation is limited, with access granted during enrollment windows through a lottery when demand exceeds availability. Watch our short video to learn how the program works, who qualifies, and what to expect in the upcoming enrollment window.

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