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Document And Entity Information | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | 13-May-15 | |
Document and Entity Information [Abstract] | ||
Entity Registrant Name | Andalay Solar, Inc. | |
Document Type | 10-Q | |
Current Fiscal Year End Date | -19 | |
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding | 402,586,240 | |
Amendment Flag | FALSE | |
Entity Central Index Key | 1347452 | |
Entity Current Reporting Status | Yes | |
Entity Voluntary Filers | No | |
Entity Filer Category | Smaller Reporting Company | |
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer | No | |
Document Period End Date | 31-Mar-15 | |
Document Fiscal Year Focus | 2015 | |
Document Fiscal Period Focus | Q1 |
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Current Period Unaudited) (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Current assets: | ||
Cash | $135,377 | $61,542 |
Accounts receivable, net | 62,386 | 118,456 |
Inventory | 701,945 | 728,372 |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 315,377 | 280,066 |
Total current assets | 1,215,085 | 1,188,436 |
Property and equipment, net | 350 | 699 |
Patents, net | 1,144,342 | 1,131,327 |
Other assets, net | 199,005 | 240,478 |
Total assets | 2,558,782 | 2,560,940 |
Current liabilities: | ||
Accounts payable | 3,220,948 | 3,345,361 |
Accrued liabilities | 204,793 | 104,229 |
Accrued warranty | 934,088 | 938,466 |
Deferred revenue | 15,450 | |
Derivative liability – embedded conversion feature | 129,598 | |
Line of credit | 500,000 | |
Note payable – short-term | 73,129 | 109,164 |
Convertible note and beneficial conversion feature – short-term | 247,985 | 30,000 |
Total current liabilities | 4,680,943 | 5,172,268 |
Convertible notes, less current portion (net of discount) | 343,499 | |
Total liabilities | 4,680,943 | 5,515,767 |
Commitments and contingencies (Note 17) | 0 | 0 |
Stockholders’ deficit: | ||
Common stock, $0.001 par value; 500,000,000 shares authorized; 372,254,399 and 279,475,332 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively | 372,254 | 279,475 |
Additional paid-in capital | 83,592,015 | 82,026,952 |
Accumulated deficit | -86,086,430 | -85,261,254 |
Total stockholders’ deficit | -2,122,161 | -2,954,827 |
Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit | $2,558,782 | $2,560,940 |
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Current Period Unaudited) (Parentheticals) (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Common stock, par value (in Dollars per share) | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Common stock, shares authorized | 500,000,000 | 500,000,000 |
Common stock, shares issued | 372,254,399 | 279,475,332 |
Common stock, shares outstanding | 372,254,399 | 279,475,332 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss (Unaudited) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Net revenue | $274,641 | $142,482 |
Cost of goods sold | 286,382 | 135,388 |
Gross profit (loss) | -11,741 | 7,094 |
Operating expenses | ||
Sales and marketing | 71,129 | 63,384 |
General and administrative | 721,358 | 604,164 |
Total operating expenses | 792,487 | 667,548 |
Loss from continuing operations | -804,228 | -660,454 |
Other income (expense) | ||
Interest income (expense), net | -62,213 | -77,085 |
Adjustment to the fair value of embedded derivatives | 41,265 | -101,551 |
Settlement of prior debt owed | 769,148 | |
Total other income (expense), net | -20,948 | 590,512 |
Loss before provision for income taxes | -825,176 | -69,942 |
Provision for income taxes | 0 | 0 |
Net loss | -825,176 | -69,942 |
Preferred stock dividend | -14,454 | |
Net loss attributable to common stockholders | ($825,176) | ($84,396) |
Net loss attributable to common stockholders per common share (basic and diluted) (in Dollars per share) | $0 | $0 |
Weighted-average shares used in computing loss per common share: (in Shares) | 327,997,747 | 131,428,001 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Redeemable Convertible Preferred Stock and Stockholders' Deficit (Unaudited) (USD $) | Common Stock [Member] | Additional Paid-in Capital [Member] | Retained Earnings [Member] | Total |
Balance at Dec. 31, 2014 | $279,475 | $82,026,952 | ($85,261,254) | ($2,954,827) |
Balance, Shares (in Shares) at Dec. 31, 2014 | 279,475,332 | |||
Issuance of common stock pursuant to equity purchase agreement | 58,214 | 777,634 | 835,848 | |
Issuance of common stock pursuant to equity purchase agreement (in Shares) | 58,213,490 | |||
Beneficial conversion feature on issuance of convertible note | 275,000 | 275,000 | ||
Issuance of common stock upon conversion of note payable | 34,565 | 443,829 | 478,394 | |
Issuance of common stock upon conversion of note payable (in Shares) | 34,565,577 | |||
Stock-based compensation | 68,600 | 68,600 | ||
Net loss | -825,176 | -825,176 | ||
Balance at Mar. 31, 2015 | $372,254 | $83,592,015 | ($86,086,430) | ($2,122,161) |
Balance, Shares (in Shares) at Mar. 31, 2015 | 372,254,399 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Cash flows from operating activities | ||
Net loss | ($825,176) | ($69,942) |
Depreciation | 349 | 4,920 |
Amortization | 29,358 | 28,347 |
Bad debt expense | -2,909 | 4,492 |
Unrealized (gain) loss on fair value of embedded derivatives | -41,265 | 101,551 |
Accretion of interest on convertible note | 6,345 | 25,964 |
Accretion of interest on debt discount | 22,985 | |
Non-cash stock-based compensation expense | 68,600 | 75,822 |
Non-cash settlement of prior debt owed | -769,148 | |
Accrued interest payable | 13,730 | 15,987 |
Changes in assets and liabilities: | ||
Accounts receivable | 68,036 | 34,263 |
Other receivables | -178,624 | |
Inventory | 26,427 | -153,547 |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 19,966 | 86,391 |
Other assets | 41,473 | 6,755 |
Accounts payable | -124,413 | 96,524 |
Accrued liabilities and accrued warranty | 84,079 | -18,317 |
Deferred revenue | -15,450 | |
Net cash used in operating activities | -627,865 | -708,562 |
Cash flows from investing activities | ||
Acquisition of patents | -42,373 | |
Net cash used in investing activities | -42,373 | |
Cash flows from financing activities | ||
Borrowing on convertible notes payable | 600,000 | |
Repayment notes payable | -36,035 | -42,929 |
Proceeds from issuance of common stock | 780,108 | |
Borrowing on line of credit | 300,000 | |
Repayments on capital lease obligations | -299 | |
Payment of placement agent and registration fees and other direct costs | -36,616 | |
Employee taxes paid for vesting of restricted stock | -2,714 | |
Net cash provided by financing activities | 744,073 | 817,442 |
Net increase in cash | 73,835 | 108,880 |
Cash | ||
Beginning of period | 61,542 | 150,081 |
End of period | 135,377 | 258,961 |
Supplemental cash flows disclosures: | ||
Cash paid during the period for interest | 939 | 20,254 |
Embedded derivative on convertible note issued | 176,771 | 122,630 |
Embedded derivative converted to equity | 88,333 | 221,768 |
Receivable for issuance of common stock | 55,277 | |
Grant of warrants on issue of convertible note | 170,767 | |
Refinance of line of credit to convertible note payable | 500,000 | |
Preferred stock dividend | 14,454 | |
Common stock issued for equity purchase agreement fees | 12,107 | |
Conversion of preferred stock to common stock | 465,053 | |
Conversion of convertible note to common stock | 570,531 | |
Beneficial conversion feature on note refinance | 275,000 | |
Financial Advisory Services Fees [Member] | ||
Supplemental cash flows disclosures: | ||
Convertible note issued to financial advisor in exchange for service | $90,000 |
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Note 1 - Basis of Presentation and Description of Business | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract] | |
Business Description and Basis of Presentation [Text Block] | 1. Basis of Presentation and Description of Business |
Basis of Presentation — Interim Financial Information | |
The accompanying condensed consolidated financial statements are unaudited and have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles for interim financial information. They should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes to the consolidated financial statements of Andalay Solar, Inc. (“we”, “us”, “our” or the “Company”), formerly Westinghouse Solar, Inc. and Akeena Solar, Inc., for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 appearing in our Form 10-K. The March 31, 2015 unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements included in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q have been prepared in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Certain information and note disclosures normally included in annual financial statements filed with our Annual Report on Form 10-K have been condensed or omitted as permitted by those rules and regulations. In the opinion of management, all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring accruals, necessary for a fair statement of the results of operations for the interim periods presented have been reflected herein. The results of operations for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the entire year. | |
Description of Business | |
Andalay Solar, Inc. and its subsidiaries (Andalay Solar, the Company, we, us or our) is a designer and manufacturer of integrated solar power systems and solar panels with integrated microinverters (which we call AC solar panels). We design, market and sell these solar power systems to solar installers and do-it-yourself customers in the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and South America through distribution partnerships, our dealer network and retail outlets. Our products are designed for use in solar power systems for residential and commercial rooftop customers. Prior to September 2010, we were also in the solar power installation business, but decided to exit that business. During the fourth quarter 2014, we re-entered the solar power installation business. Additionally, we are engaging in a new strategy of licensing our patented products to large module manufacturers and entering into distribution agreements with these manufacturers and large national distributors/installers. This new strategy is less capital intensive and aligns us with companies that have proven track records in the residential solar industry. | |
We were incorporated in February 2001 as Akeena Solar, Inc. in the State of California and elected at that time to be taxed as an S corporation. During June 2006, we reincorporated in the State of Delaware and became a C corporation. On August 11, 2006, we entered into a reverse merger transaction with Fairview Energy Corporation, Inc. (“Fairview”). Pursuant to the merger, our stockholders received one share of Fairview common stock for each issued and outstanding share of our common stock. Our common shares were also adjusted from $0.01 par value to $0.001 par value at the time of the Merger. On May 17, 2010, we entered into an exclusive worldwide license agreement with Westinghouse, Inc, which permitted us to manufacture, distribute and market solar panels under the Westinghouse name and in connection therewith, on April 6, 2011, we changed our name to Westinghouse Solar, Inc. On April 13, 2011, we effected a reverse split of our common stock at a ratio of 1 – for – 4. On August 23, 2013, the license agreement with Westinghouse, Inc. was terminated and on September 19, 2013, we changed our name to our current name, Andalay Solar, Inc. and increased our number of authorized shares of common stock to 500,000,000. | |
Our Corporate headquarters is located at 48900 Milmont Drive, Fremont, CA 94538. Our telephone number is (408) 402-9400. Additional information about Andalay Solar is available on our website at http://www.andalaysolar.com. The information on our web site is not incorporated herein by reference. |
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Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |||||||||
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block] | 2. Significant Accounting Policies | ||||||||
Liquidity and Financial Position | |||||||||
We currently face challenges meeting the working capital needs of our business. Our primary requirements for working capital are to fund purchases for solar panels and microinverters, and to cover our payroll and lease expenses. We have incurred net losses and negative cash flows from operations for the three months ended March 31, 2015 and for each of the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013. During recent years, we have undertaken several equity and debt financing transactions to provide the capital needed to sustain our business. We have dramatically reduced our headcount and other variable expenses. As of March 31, 2015, we had approximately $135,000 in cash on hand. We intend to address ongoing working capital needs through sales of remaining inventory, along with raising additional debt and equity financing. Our revenue levels remain difficult to predict, and as we anticipate we will continue to sustain losses in the near term, we cannot assure investors that we will be successful in reaching break-even. | |||||||||
In September 2013, we entered into a supply agreement for assembly of our proprietary modules with Tianwei New Energy Co, Ltd., a panel supplier located in China. We began receiving product from Tianwei in February 2014 and stopped as of June 2014. In July 2014, we entered into a supply agreement for assembly of our proprietary modules with Auxin Solar, Inc., a panel supplier located in the United States. In December 2014, we began distributing panels from our new supplier. Although we believe we can find alternative suppliers for solar panels manufactured to our specifications, our operations would be disrupted unless we are able to rapidly secure alternative sources of supply, our inventory and revenue could diminish significantly, causing disruption to our operations. | |||||||||
The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming we will continue as a going concern. Our significant operating losses, negative cash flow from operations, and challenges in rapidly securing alternative sources of supply for solar panels, raise substantial uncertainty about our ability to continue as a going concern. The accompanying financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty, and contemplate the realization of assets and the settlement of liabilities and commitments in the normal course of business. There can be no assurance that we will be able to raise additional funds on commercially reasonable terms, if at all. There is uncertainty to our anticipated revenue levels and to the timing of cash receipts, which are needed to support our operations. It also worsens the market conditions for seeking equity and debt financing. We currently anticipate that we will retain all of our earnings, if any, for development of our business and do not anticipate paying any cash dividends on common stock in the foreseeable future. | |||||||||
Securities Purchase Agreement | |||||||||
Because of certain down-round protection in the conversion rate of the convertible notes, we determined that the derivative liability related to the embedded conversion feature met the criteria for bifurcation. Accordingly, we recognized an aggregate liability of $123,000 on the three issuance dates during the year ended December 31, 2014. This was in addition to the carrying value of the derivative liability on three previously recorded derivatives of $178,000. The derivative liability is carried at fair value with changes in the fair value reflected in the “Adjustment to the fair value of embedded derivatives” line item of our condensed consolidated statements of operations. We recognized a non-cash benefit for the three months ended March 31, 2015 of approximately $41,000 on a total of three convertible notes. | |||||||||
In addition, the relative fair value of the warrants issued in the December 2013 convertible note issuance of $250,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 149.1%, a risk free interest rate of 0.7% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $109,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. The relative fair value of the warrants issued in the February 2014 convertible note issuance of $200,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 169.1, a risk free interest rate of 0.7% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $101,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. The relative fair value of the warrants issued in the March 2014 convertible note issuance of $300,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 168.8%, a risk free interest rate of 0.8% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $154,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. | |||||||||
On November 1 and December 1, 2013, and on January 1, February 1 and March 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $30,000 each for a total of $150,000, which mature on October 31, November 30 and December 31, 2014, and on January 31 and February 28, 2015, respectively. On April 1, May 1 and June 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $20,000 each, for a total of $60,000, which mature on March 31, April 30 and May 31, 2015, respectively. On July 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $10,000, which matures on June 30, 2015. Each of the Convertible Notes bear interest at the rate of 8% per annum compounded annually, are payable at maturity and the principal and interest outstanding under the convertible notes are convertible into shares of our common stock, at any time after issuance, at the option of the purchaser, at a conversion price equal to $0.02 per share. Unless waived in writing by the purchaser, no conversion of the convertible notes can be effected to the extent that as a result of such conversion the purchaser would beneficially own more than 9.99% in the aggregate of our issued and outstanding common stock immediately after giving effect to the issuance of common stock upon conversion. | |||||||||
Equity Purchase Agreement | |||||||||
On January 23, 2014, we entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge Partners II, LP (“Southridge”), that superseded our prior Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge that was entered into on November 25, 2013 (the “Prior Equity Purchase Agreement”). The terms of the new Equity Purchase Agreement are identical to those of the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement other than that the New Equity Purchase Agreement provides that the Agreement may not be amended by either party. Pursuant to the New Equity Purchase Agreement and as provided in the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement, Southridge has committed to purchase up to $5,000,000 worth of our common stock, over a period of time terminating on the earlier of: (i) 18 months from the effective date of the registration statement to be filed by us for the New Equity Purchase Agreement; or (ii) the date on which Southridge has purchased an aggregate maximum purchase price of $5,000,000 pursuant to the New Equity Purchase Agreement; Southridge’s commitment to purchase our common stock is subject to various conditions, including, but not limited to, limitations based on the trading volume of our common stock. On March 11, 2014, we filed a Registration Statement on Form S-1/A to register 35 million shares of common stock related to our Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge and on March 21, 2014, the Securities and Exchange Commission declared the Registration Statement effective. On March 26, 2014, we submitted an initial take-down request of $300,000 to Southridge pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement of which partial proceeds of $100,000 was received on March 31, 2014 and $200,000 on April 16, 2014. On June 4, 2014, June 18, 2014 and July 8, 2014, we submitted additional take-down requests for $100,000, $100,000 and $125,000, respectively, pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement. | |||||||||
On December 10, 2014, we entered into the December Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge, that superseded our Prior Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge that was entered into on January 23, 2014. The terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement are substantially similar to those of the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement. Pursuant to the December Equity Purchase Agreement and as provided in the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement, Southridge has committed to purchase up to $5,000,000 worth of our common stock, over a period of time terminating on the earlier of: (i) 18 months from the effective date of the registration statement to be filed by us for the Equity Purchase Agreement; or (ii) the date on which Southridge has purchased an aggregate maximum purchase price of $5,000,000 pursuant to the December Equity Purchase Agreement; Southridge’s commitment to purchase our common stock is subject to various conditions, including, but not limited to, limitations based on the trading volume of our common stock. We submitted various take-down requests during the first quarter of 2015 pursuant to the terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement. As of May 12, 2015, 67,813,489 shares had been sold at an average price of $0.0137 per share, resulting in total proceeds of approximately $929,000. | |||||||||
Pursuant to the terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement we agreed to pay Southridge a commitment fee of 1,000,000 shares of our common stock, of which 500,000 shares of our common stock were due to Southridge on January 16, 2015, the date that the registration statement was declared effective and the remaining 500,000 shares of common stock were due on January 20, 2015, the date that we delivered our first Draw Down Notice to Southridge. We valued the issuance of these shares based on the closing price of the stock as of January 16, 2015, $0.0169 for 500,000, and as of January 20, 2015, $0.0161 for 500,000, and we recorded $16,500 as a reduction in “Additional Paid In Capital” on our condensed consolidated balance sheets. | |||||||||
On December 10, 2014, we also entered into a Registration Rights Agreement with Southridge pursuant to which we agreed to register shares of the common stock to be issued to Southridge in connection with the December Equity Purchase Agreement. | |||||||||
Settlement of Potential Claims Agreement | |||||||||
On January 22, 2014, we entered into a Settlement of Potential Claims Agreement with ASC Recap LLC (“ASCR”). Pursuant to the Agreement, ASCR has offered to purchase (and in one (1) case has already purchased) approximately $3.7 million of our prior debt owed to four creditors (“Creditors”) for past due services at a substantial discount to face value to which we have agreed to issue to ASCR certain shares of our common stock in a §3(a)(10) 1933 Act proceeding. The shares of our common stock that we have agreed to issue to ASCR in full payment for, and as a release of any debt it purchases from the Creditors, is anticipated to have, upon issuance, a market value equal to approximately 25% of the principal amount of our outstanding debt. In the case of the debt ASCR already purchased from one (1) Creditor, we entered into a Settlement Agreement and Stipulation on February 26, 2014 that was filed with the Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit, Leon County, Florida pursuant to which we agreed, subject to court approval, to issue shares of our common stock that generate proceeds in the amount of $250,000 in full settlement of the claim in the amount of $1,027,705 that ASCR acquired from one Creditor (the value of the stock that we have agreed to issue was two hundred and fifty percent (250%) of the discounted purchase price ASCR paid to purchase the debt from the Creditor, and approximately 25% of the original amount we owed to the Creditor), resulting in a gain on settlement of $769,148, net of expenses. On March 24, 2014, the Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit, Leon County, Florida, approved the §3(a)(10) 1933 Act proceeding and Settlement Agreement and Stipulation and in April 2014, we issued 8,079,800 shares of common stock at an average price of $0.031 for the full settlement of the agreement with ASCR. | |||||||||
Use of Estimates | |||||||||
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. | |||||||||
Revenue Recognition | |||||||||
Revenue from sales of products is recognized when: (1) persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, (2) delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, (3) the sale price is fixed or determinable, and (4) collection of the related receivable is reasonably assured. We recognize revenue when the solar power systems are shipped to the customer. Revenue from installation of a system is recognized when (1) persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, (2) delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, (3) the sales price is fixed or determinable, and (4) collection of the related receivable is reasonably assured. In general, we recognize revenue upon completion of a system installation for residential installations and we recognize revenue under the percentage-of-completion method for commercial installations. Revenue recognition methods for revenue streams that fall under other categories are determined based on facts and circumstances. | |||||||||
Cash and Cash Equivalents | |||||||||
We consider all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less, when purchased, to be cash equivalents. We maintain cash and cash equivalents which consist principally of demand deposits with high credit quality financial institutions. At certain times, such amounts exceed FDIC insurance limits. We have not experienced any losses on these investments and, as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, we had no cash equivalents. | |||||||||
Accounts Receivable | |||||||||
Accounts receivable consist of trade receivables. We regularly evaluate the collectibility of our accounts receivable. An allowance for doubtful accounts is maintained for estimated credit losses, and such losses have historically been minimal and within our expectations. We consider a number of factors when estimating credit losses, including the aging of a customer’s account, creditworthiness of specific customers, historical trends and other information. | |||||||||
Manufacturer and Installation Warranties | |||||||||
The manufacturer directly warrants the solar panels and inverters for a range from 15 to 25 years. We warrant the balance of system components of our products against defects in material and workmanship for five years. We assist our customers in the event of a claim under the manufacturer warranty to replace a defective solar panel or inverter. The warranty liability for the material and the workmanship of the balance of system components of approximately $366,000 as of March 31, 2015 and $345,000 at December 31, 2014, is included within “Accrued warranty” in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. | |||||||||
The liability for our manufacturing warranty consists of the following: | |||||||||
31-Mar-15 | 31-Dec-14 | ||||||||
Beginning accrued warranty balance | $ | 938,466 | $ | 1,312,918 | |||||
Reduction for labor payments and claims made under the warranty | (13,998 | ) | (75,966 | ) | |||||
Adjustment to warranty liability for discontinued operations | — | (324,349 | ) | ||||||
Accruals related to warranties issued during the period | 9,620 | 25,863 | |||||||
Ending accrued warranty balance | $ | 934,088 | $ | 938,466 | |||||
Patent Costs | |||||||||
We capitalize external legal costs and filing fees associated with obtaining or defending our patents. Upon issuance of new patents or successful defense of existing patents, we amortize these costs using the straight line method over the shorter of the legal life of the patent or its economic life. We believe the remaining useful life we assign to these patents, approximately 9.75 years as of March 31, 2015, are reasonable. We periodically review our patents to determine whether any such cost have been impaired and are no longer being used. To the extent we are no longer using certain patents, the associated costs will be written off at that time. | |||||||||
Significant Accounting Policies and Estimates | |||||||||
There have been no material developments or changes to the significant accounting policies discussed in our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K or accounting pronouncements issued or adopted, except as described below. | |||||||||
Segment Reporting | |||||||||
We are engaged in two business segments, (i) we sell our AC solar panels to solar installers, trade workers and do-it-yourself customers through distribution partnerships, our dealer network and retail outlets and (ii) we market, sell, design and install systems for residential and commercial customers. Operating segments are components of an enterprise for which separate financial information is available and is evaluated regularly by management in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. During the fourth quarter 2014, we re-entered the solar power installation business. See Note 3 for financial information on our business segments. | |||||||||
Recent Accounting Pronouncements | |||||||||
In April 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued, Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) ASU 2015-03 Interests — Imputation of Interest (Subtopic 835-30), Simplifying the Presentation of Debt Issuance Costs, requires that debt issuance costs be presented in the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of the debt liability. Recognition and measurement guidance are not impacted by the ASU. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2015, with retrospective disclosure upon transition, for all periods presented. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
In February 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-02 Consolidation (Topic 810) Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis. Effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2015, the update effects the consolidation criteria around limited partnerships and similar legal entities; evaluation of fees paid to a decision maker or a service provider as a variable interest; the determination of primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (VIE) when fee arrangements exist, the treatment of related parties in the VIE consolidation model and the consolidation of certain investment funds. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
In January 2015, ASU 2015-01 Income Statement — Extraordinary and Unusual Items (Subtopic 225-20) Simplifying Income Statement Presentation by Eliminating the Concept of Extraordinary Items, was issued by the FASB. The ASU eliminates the concept of extraordinary items. Presentation and disclosure guidance for items that are unusual in nature or occur infrequently will be expanded to include items that are both unusual in nature and infrequent in occurrence. The guidance is effective for years beginning after December 15, 2015 and will be adopted in the first quarter of 2016. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, “Presentation of Financial Statements – Going Concern: Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern” (“ASU 2014-15”), to provide guidance on management’s responsibility in evaluating whether there is substantial doubt about a company’s ability to continue as a going concern and to provide related footnote disclosures. ASU 2014-15 is effective for the annual period ending after December 15, 2016, and for annual periods and interim periods thereafter. Since ASU 2014-15 only impacts financial statement disclosure requirements regarding whether there is substantial doubt about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, we do not expect its adoption to have an impact on our consolidated financial statements. | |||||||||
In November 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-16, Determining Whether the Host Contract in a Hybrid Financial Instrument Issued in the Form of a Share Is More Akin to Debt or to Equity. The amendments in this ASU do not change the current criteria in U.S. GAAP for determining when separation of certain embedded derivative features in a hybrid financial instrument is required. The amendments clarify that an entity should consider all relevant terms and features, including the embedded derivative feature being evaluated for bifurcation, in evaluating the nature of the host contract. The ASU applies to all entities that are issuers of, or investors in, hybrid financial instruments that are issued in the form of a share and is effective for public business entities for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2015. Early adoption is permitted. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
Reclassifications | |||||||||
Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified for consistency with the current period presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on the reported results of operations. |
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Note 3 - Segment Reporting | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |||||||||
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block] | 3. Segment Reporting | ||||||||
We are engaged in two business segments, (i) we market, sell, design and install systems for residential and commercial customers and (ii) we sell our AC solar panels to solar installers, trade workers and do-it-yourself customers through distribution partnerships, our dealer network and retail outlets. Operating segments are components of an enterprise for which separate financial information is available and is evaluated regularly by management in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. | |||||||||
An analysis of our revenue, operating profit and total assets are as follows (unaudited): | |||||||||
Three Months Ended | |||||||||
March 31, | |||||||||
Revenue | 2015 | 2014 | |||||||
Distribution | $ | 166,136 | $ | 142,482 | |||||
Installation | 108,505 | — | |||||||
$ | 274,641 | $ | 142,482 | ||||||
Three Months Ended | |||||||||
March 31, | |||||||||
Gross profit (loss) | 2015 | 2014 | |||||||
Distribution | $ | (9,975 | ) | $ | 7,094 | ||||
Installation | (1,766 | ) | — | ||||||
$ | (11,741 | ) | $ | 7,094 | |||||
Assets | March 31, | December 31, | |||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Distribution | $ | 2,482,508 | $ | 2,560,940 | |||||
Installation | 20,997 | — | |||||||
$ | 2,503,505 | $ | 2,560,940 | ||||||
We do not allocate operating expenses or other income (expense) to any of these segments for internal reporting purposes, as we do not believe that allocating these expenses is beneficial in evaluating segment performance. Installation assets include only accounts receivable assets. Other than accounts receivable, we do not allocate assets to segments for internal reporting purposes as we do not manage our segments by such metrics. |
Note_4_Other_Assets
Note 4 - Other Assets | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract] | |
Other Assets Disclosure [Text Block] | 4. Other Assets |
We entered into a Supply and Warranty Agreement and Master Assignment Agreement with Real Goods Solar, Inc. (“Real Goods”), pursuant to which Real Goods has agreed to perform certain warranty work. The terms of the agreement provide that an escrow account be established as a source of funds from which to satisfy our obligation to pay Real Goods for its fees and reimburse it for its expenses for this warranty work. In March 2011, we entered into an Escrow Agreement with Real Goods and deposited $200,000 into an escrow account. In accordance to the Escrow Agreement, the escrow deposit will be released to us in the amount of $40,000, or one-fifth of the remaining escrow funds, per year after each of the fifth through the ninth anniversary of the escrow agreement, although we believe that the amount may be redeemed earlier. In December 2014, $110,000 of the funds in escrow were returned by Real Goods. As of March 31, 2015, there was $90,000 remaining in escrow, which is included under “Other assets, net” in our condensed consolidated balance sheets. |
Note_5_Accounts_Receivable
Note 5 - Accounts Receivable | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||||||||||
Receivables [Abstract] | |||||||||||||||||
Loans, Notes, Trade and Other Receivables Disclosure [Text Block] | 5. Accounts Receivable | ||||||||||||||||
Accounts receivable consists of the following: | |||||||||||||||||
31-Mar-15 | December 31, | ||||||||||||||||
2014 | |||||||||||||||||
Trade accounts | $ | 104,005 | $ | 154,172 | |||||||||||||
Less: Allowance for bad debts | (21,972 | ) | (24,882 | ) | |||||||||||||
Less: Allowance for returns | (19,647 | ) | (10,834 | ) | |||||||||||||
$ | 62,386 | $ | 118,456 | ||||||||||||||
The following table summarizes the allowance for doubtful accounts as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014: | |||||||||||||||||
Balance as of | Provisions, | Write-Off/ | Balance as of | ||||||||||||||
Beginning | net | Recovery | End of | ||||||||||||||
of Period | Period | ||||||||||||||||
Three months ended March 31, 2015 | $ | 24,882 | $ | 2,909 | $ | 5,819 | $ | 21,972 | |||||||||
Year ended December 31, 2014 | $ | 2,899 | $ | 36,763 | $ | (14,780 | ) | $ | 24,882 | ||||||||
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Note 6 - Inventory | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] | |||||||||
Inventory Disclosure [Text Block] | 6. Inventory | ||||||||
Inventory consists of the following: | |||||||||
31-Mar-15 | December 31, | ||||||||
2014 | |||||||||
Finished goods | $ | 631,616 | $ | 669,706 | |||||
Work in process | 70,329 | 58,666 | |||||||
$ | 701,945 | $ | 728,372 | ||||||
Inventory is stated at the lower of cost (on an average basis) or market value. We determine cost based on our weighted-average purchase price and include both the costs of acquisition and the shipping costs in our inventory. We regularly review the cost of inventory against its estimated market value and record a lower of cost or market write-down to cost of goods sold, if any inventory has a cost in excess of estimated market value. We did not record a write-down of inventory during the three months ended March 31, 2015. |
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Note 7 - Property and Equipment, Net | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract] | |||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block] | 7. Property and Equipment, Net | ||||||||
Property and equipment, net consist of the following: | |||||||||
31-Mar-15 | December 31, | ||||||||
2014 | |||||||||
Office equipment | $ | 436,051 | $ | 436,051 | |||||
Leasehold improvements | 123,278 | 123,278 | |||||||
Vehicles | 17,992 | 17,992 | |||||||
577,321 | 577,321 | ||||||||
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization | (576,971 | ) | (576,622 | ) | |||||
$ | 350 | $ | 699 | ||||||
Depreciation expense for the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014 was $349 and $4,920, respectively. |
Note_8_Accrued_Liabilities
Note 8 - Accrued Liabilities | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Payables and Accruals [Abstract] | |||||||||
Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities Disclosure [Text Block] | 8. Accrued Liabilities | ||||||||
Accrued liabilities consist of the following: | |||||||||
31-Mar-15 | December 31, | ||||||||
2014 | |||||||||
Accrued salaries, wages, benefits and bonus | $ | 63,876 | $ | 45,586 | |||||
Sales tax payable | 3,646 | 662 | |||||||
Accrued accounting and legal fees | 61,050 | — | |||||||
Customer deposit payable | 33,604 | 41,265 | |||||||
Accrued interest | 22,256 | 5,683 | |||||||
Other accrued liabilities | 20,361 | 11,033 | |||||||
$ | 204,793 | $ | 104,229 | ||||||
Note_9_Convertible_Notes_Payab
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Debt Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Debt Disclosure [Text Block] | 9. Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility |
Convertible Notes Payable | |
On August 30, 2013, we entered into a securities purchase agreement with Alpha Capital Anstalt (“Alpha Capital”) relating to the sale and issuance of a convertible note in the principal amount of $200,000 that matures August 29, 2015 (the "Convertible Note"). Subsequently, on November 25, 2013 and December 19, 2013, we entered into additional securities purchase agreements with Alpha Capital relating to the sale and issuance of convertible notes in the principal amount of $200,000 and $250,000, respectively, which mature on November 25, 2015 and December 19, 2015. On January 27, 2014, we issued a convertible note in the principal amount of $100,000 that matures on January 27, 2016 under the Securities Purchase Agreement we entered into with Alpha Capital on December 19, 2013. In connection with the issuance of the December 19, 2013 convertible note, we also issued 6,250,000 warrants to purchase shares of our common stock at a price of $0.02 per share. On February 25, 2014, we entered into a securities purchase agreement with a certain institutional accredited investor relating to the sale and issuance of a (i) convertible note in the principal amount of $200,000 that matures February 25, 2016 and (ii) five-year warrant (with a cashless exercise feature under certain circumstances) to purchase 5,000,000 shares of our common stock at an exercise price of $0.02 per share, subject to adjustment under certain circumstances. On March 18, 2014, we issued under the Securities Purchase Agreement we entered into with the institutional investor on February 25, 2014 a (i) convertible note in the principal amount of $300,000 that matures March 18, 2016 and (ii) five–year warrant (with a cashless exercise feature under certain circumstances) to purchase 7,500,000 shares of our common stock at an exercise price of $0.02 per share, subject to adjustment under certain circumstances. The convertible notes bear interest at the rate of 8% per annum compounded annually, are payable at maturity and the principal and interest outstanding under the convertible notes are convertible into shares of our common stock, at any time after issuance, at the option of the purchaser, at a conversion price equal to $0.02 per share, subject to adjustment upon the happening of certain events, including stock dividends, stock splits and the issuance of common stock equivalents at a price below the conversion price. During the three months ended March 31, 2015, the remaining outstanding convertible notes in the principal amount of approximately $520,000, along with accrued interest of $47,134, net of unamortized discount at date of conversion, were converted into 34,565,577 shares of our common stock. | |
Because of certain down-round protection in the conversion rate of the convertible notes, we determined that the derivative liability related to the embedded conversion feature met the criteria for bifurcation. Accordingly, we recognized an aggregate liability of $123,000 on the three issuance dates during the year ended December 31, 2014. This was in addition to the carrying value of the derivative liability on three previously recorded derivatives of $178,000. The derivative liability is carried at fair value with changes in the fair value reflected in the “Adjustment to the fair value of embedded derivatives” line item of our condensed consolidated statements of operations. We recognized a non-cash benefit for the three months ended March 31, 2015 of approximately $41,000 on a total of three convertible notes. | |
In addition, the relative fair value of the warrants issued in the December 2013 convertible note issuance of $250,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 149.1%, a risk free interest rate of 0.7% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $109,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. The relative fair value of the warrants issued in the February 2014 convertible note issuance of $200,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 169.1, a risk free interest rate of 0.7% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $101,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. The relative fair value of the warrants issued in the March 2014 convertible note issuance of $300,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 168.8%, a risk free interest rate of 0.8% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $154,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. | |
On November 1 and December 1, 2013, and on January 1, February 1 and March 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $30,000 each for a total of $150,000, which mature on October 31, November 30 and December 31, 2014, and on January 31 and February 28, 2015, respectively. On April 1, May 1 and June 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $20,000 each, for a total of $60,000, which mature on March 31, April 30 and May 31, 2015, respectively. On July 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $10,000, which matures on June 30, 2015. Each of the Convertible Notes bear interest at the rate of 8% per annum compounded annually, are payable at maturity and the principal and interest outstanding under the convertible notes are convertible into shares of our common stock, at any time after issuance, at the option of the purchaser, at a conversion price equal to $0.02 per share. Unless waived in writing by the purchaser, no conversion of the convertible notes can be effected to the extent that as a result of such conversion the purchaser would beneficially own more than 9.99% in the aggregate of our issued and outstanding common stock immediately after giving effect to the issuance of common stock upon conversion. | |
Line of Credit | |
On September 30, 2013, we entered into a loan and security agreement (the “Loan Agreement”) with Alpha Capital Anstalt (“Alpha Capital”) and Collateral Services, LLC to provide financing, on a discretionary basis, for one year, against our accounts receivable and inventory. The maximum amount that could be borrowed under the Loan Agreement was $500,000. We had the right to borrow up to 80% of our eligible accounts receivable, not in excess of $200,000, 50% of the value of our raw materials in inventory, 65% of our finished goods inventory and 95% of cash, but not in the aggregate amount in excess of $300,000. The advances were secured by a lien on all of our assets. All advances under the Loan Agreement bear interest at a per annum rate of 12% and monthly interest shall be a minimum of $500. At the time of initial funding we paid a loan fee of 50 shares of our Series D Preferred Shares to the lender, in addition to other payments for legal fees. In addition, we paid the collateral agent an initial fee of $5,000 and have agreed to pay an administrative fee to the collateral agent of 0.5% per month of the daily balance during the preceding month or $500 whichever is less. In the event that of a prepayment, we are obligated to pay a prepayment fee in an amount equal to one-half of one percent (0.5%) of $500,000. On September 30, 2013, we requested and received an initial borrowing under the Loan Agreement totaling $350,000. Subsequently, on October 21, 2013, we requested and received an additional $100,000 and on November 20, 2013, we requested and received an additional $50,000. As of December 31, 2014, the balance outstanding under our line of credit was $500,000. On February 27, 2015, we agreed to extend the term of the Loan Agreement for one year, and to exchange the $500,000 plus interest owing under the Loan Agreement for a one year, 8%, convertible note. As of March 31, 2015, a $500,000 convertible note, along with $10,000 in accrued interest, was outstanding. We are no longer able to make borrowings under the Loan Agreement. | |
The convertible note is convertible at $0.01 per share of common stock. On the date we issued the convertible note to Alpha Capital, our stock price was $0.0155 per share of common stock. As a result of the difference between the stock price at the time of issuance and the conversion price, we recorded a beneficial conversion feature in the amount of $275,000 as a reduction to the Convertible Note and an increase in additional paid in capital on our condensed consolidated balance sheets. The beneficial conversion feature is being amortized over the 12 month term of the Note. We recorded additional interest expense of approximately $23,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2015 related to the beneficial conversion feature. |
Note_10_Stockholders_Deficit
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract] | |
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block] | 10. Stockholders’ Deficit |
We have 501,000,000 shares of capital stock authorized under our certificate of incorporation, consisting of 500,000,000 shares of common stock and 1,000,000 shares of preferred stock. As of September 30, 2014, we have authorized (i) 2,000 shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001, (ii) 4,000 shares of Series B 4% Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001, (iii) 1,175 shares of our Series C 8% Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001, and (iv) 1,180 shares of our Series D 8% Convertible Preferred Stock, par value $0.001. All preferred stock has been converted or cancelled and none remain outstanding | |
On March 11, 2014, we filed a Registration Statement on Form S-1/A to register 35 million shares of common stock related to our Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge and on March 21, 2014, the Securities and Exchange Commission declared the Registration Statement effective. On March 26, 2014, we submitted an initial take-down request of $300,000 to Southridge pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement of which partial proceeds of $100,000 was received on March 31, 2014 and $200,000 on April 16, 2014. On April 17, 2014, we issued 8,079,800 shares of our common stock in a Section 3(a) (10) proceeding that generated proceeds in the amount of $250,000 in full settlement of a claim (see Note 17. Commitments and Contingencies). On June 4, 2014, June 18, 2014 and July 8, 2014, we submitted additional take-down requests for $100,000, $100,000 and $125,000, respectively, pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement. We issued a total of 31,760,578 shares of our common stock at an average price of $0.02 per share pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement. We have approximately 3.2 million shares remaining under our effective Form S-1 and available pursuant to the terms of our Equity Purchase Agreement following our take-downs through August 11, 2014. | |
Pursuant to the terms of our Equity Purchase Agreement, a placement fee of one million shares of unregistered common stock was due to Southridge pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement. As of March 31, 2014, we issued 500,000 shares of unregistered common stock due upon the declaration of effectiveness of our Form S-1/A by the Securities and Exchange Commission of our Form S-1/A. In April 2014, we issued the remaining 500,000 shares of unregistered common stock to Southridge upon the completion of our initial take-down request under the Equity Purchase Agreement. The sales of the above securities were deemed to be exempt from registration under the Securities Act in reliance upon Section 4(a) (2) of the Securities Act as transactions by an issuer not involving any public offering. The recipients of the securities in each of these transactions represented their intentions to acquire the securities for investment only and not with a view to or for sale in connection with any distribution thereof, and appropriate legends were placed upon the stock certificates issued in these transactions. | |
On December 10, 2014, we entered into the December Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge, that superseded our Prior Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge that was entered into on January 23, 2014. The terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement are substantially similar to those of the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement. Pursuant to the December Equity Purchase Agreement and as provided in the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement, Southridge has committed to purchase up to $5,000,000 worth of our common stock, over a period of time terminating on the earlier of: (i) 18 months from the effective date of the registration statement to be filed by us for the Equity Purchase Agreement; or (ii) the date on which Southridge has purchased an aggregate maximum purchase price of $5,000,000 pursuant to the December Equity Purchase Agreement; Southridge’s commitment to purchase our common stock is subject to various conditions, including, but not limited to, limitations based on the trading volume of our common stock. We submitted various take-down requests during the first quarter of 2015 pursuant to the terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement. As of May 12, 2015, 67,813,489 shares had been sold at an average price of $0.0137 per share, resulting in total proceeds of approximately $929,000. | |
Pursuant to the terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement we agreed to pay Southridge a commitment fee of 1,000,000 shares of our common stock, of which 500,000 shares of our common stock were due to Southridge on January 16, 2015, the date that the registration statement was declared effective and the remaining 500,000 shares of common stock were due on January 20, 2015, the date that we delivered our first Draw Down Notice to Southridge. We valued the issuance of these shares based on the closing price of the stock as of January 16, 2015, $0.0169 for 500,000, and as of January 20, 2015, $0.0161 for 500,000, and we recorded $16,500 as a reduction in “Additional Paid In Capital” on our condensed consolidated balance sheets. |
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Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract] | |||||||||
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block] | 11. Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan | ||||||||
On August 8, 2006, we adopted the Akeena Solar, Inc. 2006 Stock Incentive Plan (the “Stock Plan”) pursuant to which shares of common stock are available for issuance to employees, directors and consultants under the Stock Plan as restricted stock and/or options to purchase common stock. The Stock Plan allows for issuance of up to 50,000,000 shares and there were 45,593,221 shares available for issuance under the Stock Plan as of March 31, 2015. | |||||||||
Restricted stock and options to purchase common stock may be issued under the Stock Plan. The restriction period on restricted stock grants generally expires at a rate of 25% per year over four years, unless decided otherwise by our Compensation Committee. Options to purchase common stock generally vest and become exercisable as to one-third of the total amount of shares subject to the option on each of the first, second and third anniversaries from the date of grant. Options to purchase common stock generally have a 5-year term. | |||||||||
We use the Black-Scholes-Merton Options Pricing Model (“Black-Scholes”) to estimate fair value of our employee and our non-employee director stock-based awards. Black-Scholes requires various judgmental assumptions, including estimating stock price volatility, expected option life and forfeiture rates. If we had made different assumptions, the amount of our deferred stock-based compensation, stock-based compensation expense, gross margin, net loss and net loss per share amounts could have been significantly different. We believe that we have used reasonable methodologies, approaches and assumptions to determine the fair value of our common stock, and that our deferred stock-based compensation and related amortization were recorded properly for accounting purposes. If any of the assumptions we used change significantly, stock-based compensation expense may differ materially in the future from that recorded in the current period. | |||||||||
We measure compensation expense for non-employee stock-based compensation under ASC 505-50, “Equity-Based Payments to Non-Employees.” The fair value of the option issued is used to measure the transaction, as this is more reliable than the fair value of the services received. The estimated fair value is measured utilizing Black-Scholes using the value of our common stock on the date that the commitment for performance by the counterparty has been reached or the counterparty’s performance is complete (generally the vesting date). The fair value of the equity instrument is charged directly to expense and additional paid-in capital. | |||||||||
We recognized stock-based compensation expense of approximately $68,600 and $166,000 during the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively, relating to compensation expense calculated based on the fair value at the time of grant for restricted stock and based on Black-Scholes for stock options granted under the Stock Plan. Stock-based compensation expense for the three months ended March 31, 2014, included $90,000, related to the issuance of convertible notes for our financial advisor. | |||||||||
The following table sets forth a summary of restricted stock activity for the three months ended March 31, 2015: | |||||||||
Number of | Weighted-Average | ||||||||
Restricted Shares | Grant Date | ||||||||
Fair Value | |||||||||
Outstanding and not vested beginning balance as of January 1, 2015 | 7,186 | $ | 2.16 | ||||||
Granted | — | $ | — | ||||||
Forfeited/cancelled | — | $ | — | ||||||
Released/vested | (7,186 | ) | $ | 2.16 | |||||
Outstanding and not vested as of March 31, 2015 | — | $ | — | ||||||
Restricted stock is valued at the grant date fair value of the common stock and expensed over the requisite service period or vesting period. We estimate forfeitures when recognizing stock-based compensation expense for restricted stock, and the estimate of forfeitures is adjusted over the requisite service period should actual forfeitures differ from such estimates. As of December 31, 2014, there was approximately $1,000, respectively, of unrecognized stock-based compensation expense associated with the granted of unvested restricted stock. Stock-based compensation expense relating to these restricted shares is being recognized over a weighted-average period of 0.2 years. The total fair value of shares vested during the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014, was approximately $23,000 and $13,000, respectively. Tax benefits resulting from tax deductions in excess of the compensation cost recognized (excess tax benefits) are classified as financing cash flows on our consolidated statements of cash flows. During the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014, there were no excess tax benefits relating to restricted stock and therefore there is no impact on the accompanying consolidated statements of cash flows. | |||||||||
The following table sets forth a summary of stock option activity for the three months ended March 31, 2015: | |||||||||
Number of | Weighted- | ||||||||
Shares Subject | Average Exercise | ||||||||
to Option | Price | ||||||||
Outstanding as of January 1, 2015 | 37,034,483 | $ | 0.03 | ||||||
Granted | — | $ | — | ||||||
Forfeited/cancelled/expired | — | $ | — | ||||||
Exercised | — | $ | — | ||||||
Outstanding as of March 31, 2015 | 37,034,483 | $ | 0.03 | ||||||
Exercisable as of March 31, 2015 | 7,321,779 | $ | 0.07 | ||||||
Stock options are valued at the estimated fair value grant date or the measurement date and expensed over the requisite service period or vesting period. The weighted-average volatility was based upon the historical volatility of our common stock price. There were no stock options granted during the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014. | |||||||||
The weighted-average remaining contractual term for the stock options outstanding (vested and expected to vest) and exercisable as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, was 4.1 years and 4.4 years, respectively. The total estimated fair value of stock options vested during the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014 was approximately $23,000 and $13,000, respectively. The aggregate intrinsic value of stock options outstanding as of March 31, 2015 was zero. | |||||||||
We estimate forfeitures when recognizing stock-based compensation expense for stock options and the estimate of forfeitures is adjusted over the requisite service period should actual forfeitures differ from such estimates. As of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, there was approximately $479,000 and $91,000, respectively, of unrecognized stock-based compensation expense associated with stock options granted. Stock-based compensation expense relating to these stock options is being recognized over a weighted-average period of 4.3 years. Tax benefits resulting from tax deductions in excess of the compensation cost recognized (excess tax benefits) is classified as financing cash flows on our consolidated statements of cash flows. During the three ended March 31, 2015, there were no excess tax benefits relating to stock options and therefore there is no impact on the accompanying consolidated statements of cash flows. |
Note_12_Stock_Warrants_and_War
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract] | |||||||||
Derivatives and Fair Value [Text Block] | 12. Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability | ||||||||
On December 19, 2013 and February 25, 2014, we entered into securities purchase agreements with certain institutional accredited investors relating to the sale and issuance of a (i) convertible notes in the principal amount of $250,000, $200,000 and $300,000 that mature on December 19, 2015, February 25, 2016 and March 19, 2016, respectively and (ii) five- year warrants (with a cashless exercise feature under certain circumstances) to purchase 6,250,000, 5,000,000 and 7,500,000 shares, respectively, of our common stock at an exercise price of $0.02 per share, subject to adjustment under certain circumstances. See Note 8 for further discussion of the issuance of the convertible note. | |||||||||
The following table summarizes the Warrant activity for the three months ended March 31, 2015: | |||||||||
Warrants for | Weighted-Average | ||||||||
Number of | Exercise Price | ||||||||
Shares | |||||||||
Outstanding at January 1, 2015 | 22,148,045 | $ | 0.23 | ||||||
Issued | — | — | |||||||
Exercised | — | — | |||||||
Cancelled/expired | — | — | |||||||
Outstanding at March 31, 2015 | 22,148,045 | $ | 0.23 | ||||||
The majority of our warrants outstanding are not exercisable for nine months from the date of issuance and are exercisable for either 4.5 years or 5 years thereafter. Our outstanding warrants expire on various dates between December 2015 and March 2019. |
Note_13_Earnings_Per_Share
Note 13 - Earnings Per Share | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Earnings Per Share [Abstract] | |||||||||
Earnings Per Share [Text Block] | 13. Earnings Per Share | ||||||||
On January 1, 2009, we adopted Accounting Standards Codification 260 (formerly Financial Accounting Standards Board Staff Position (“FSP”) Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF 03-6-1”) (“ASC 260”), Determining Whether Instruments Granted in Share-Based Payment Transactions Are Participating Securities (the “Staff Position”), which states that unvested share-based payment awards that contain non-forfeitable rights to dividends or dividend equivalents are considered participating securities and shall be included in the computation of net income (loss) per share pursuant to the two-class method described in ASC 260 (formerly Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 128), Earnings Per Share. | |||||||||
In accordance with the ASC 260, basic net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss), excluding net income (loss) attributable to participating securities, by the weighted average number of shares outstanding less the weighted average unvested restricted shares outstanding. Diluted net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss), excluding net income (loss) attributable to participating securities, by the denominator for basic net income (loss) per share and any dilutive effects of stock options, restricted stock, convertible notes and warrants. | |||||||||
Three Months Ended | |||||||||
March 31, | |||||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Basic: | |||||||||
Numerator: | |||||||||
Net loss | $ | (825,176 | ) | $ | (84,396 | ) | |||
Preferred deemed dividend and preferred stock dividend | |||||||||
Less: Net loss allocated to participating securities | 8 | 960 | |||||||
$ | (825,168 | ) | $ | (83,436 | ) | ||||
Denominator: | |||||||||
Weighted-average shares outstanding | 328,001,069 | 132,940,312 | |||||||
Weighted-average unvested restricted shares outstanding | (3,322 | ) | (1,512,311 | ) | |||||
Denominator for basic net loss per share | 327,997,747 | 131,428,001 | |||||||
Basic net loss per share attributable to common stockholders | $ | (0.00 | ) | $ | (0.00 | ) | |||
The following table sets forth potential shares of common stock at the end of each period presented that are not included in the calculation of diluted net loss per share because to do so would be anti-dilutive: | |||||||||
March 31, | December 31, | ||||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Stock options outstanding | 37,034,483 | 37,034,483 | |||||||
Unvested restricted stock | — | 7,186 | |||||||
Warrants to purchase common stock | 22,148,045 | 22,148,045 | |||||||
Note_14_Concentration_of_Risk
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract] | |||||||||
Concentration Risk Disclosure [Text Block] | 14. Concentration of Risk | ||||||||
Supplier Relationships | |||||||||
We began receiving product from Tianwei in February 2014 and stopped as of June 2014. In July 2014, we entered into a supply agreement for assembly of our proprietary modules with Auxin Solar, Inc., a panel supplier located in the United States. We began receiving product from Auxin in December 2014. Although we believe we can find alternative suppliers for solar panels manufactured to our specifications, our operations would be disrupted unless we are able to rapidly secure alternative sources of supply, our inventory and revenue could diminish significantly, causing disruption to our operations. | |||||||||
Historically, we obtained virtually all of our solar panels from Suntech and Lightway. During 2012, because of our cash position and liquidity constraints, we were late in making payments to both of these suppliers. On March 30, 2012, pursuant to our Supply Agreement with Lightway, we issued 1,900,000 shares of our common stock to Lightway in partial payment of our past due account payable to them. At the time of issuance, the shares were valued at $1,045,000. On May 1, 2012, Suntech filed a complaint for breach of contract, goods sold and delivered, account stated and open account against us in the Superior Court of the State of California, County of San Francisco. Suntech alleged that it delivered products and did not receive full payment from us. On July 31, 2012, we and Suntech entered into a settlement of this dispute. Because of our inability to make scheduled settlement payments, on March 15, 2013, Suntech entered a judgment against us in the amount of $946,438. As of March 31, 2015, Suntech has not sought to enforce its judgment. As of March 31, 2015, we have included in accounts payable in our consolidated balance sheets a balance due to Suntech America of $946,438. We currently have no unshipped orders from Suntech or Lightway. | |||||||||
Customer Relationships | |||||||||
The relative magnitude and the mix of revenue from our largest customers have varied significantly quarter to quarter. During the three months ended March 31, 2015, three customers have accounted for significant revenues, varying by period, to our company: Smart Energy Today (“Smart Energy”), which specializes in helping home owners and business owners become more energy efficient, Helco Electrics (“Helco”) a full-service provider of electrical services in southern Oregon, Verengo Solar (“Verengo”), a solar installer based in Southern California, Sustainable Environmental Enterprises (“SEE”), a leading provider of renewable energy and development projects located in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Shoreline Electric (“Shoreline”) a provider of residential and commercial electrical services in Southern California. For the three months ended March 31, 2015 and 2014, the percentages of sales of our top five customers are as follows: | |||||||||
Three Months Ended March 31, | |||||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Smart Energy Today | 34.9 | % | — | ||||||
Helco Electric | 12.7 | % | 22.9 | % | |||||
Verengo Solar | 13.9 | % | — | ||||||
Sustainable Environmental Enterprises | — | 11.7 | % | ||||||
Shoreline Electric | — | 31.9 | % | ||||||
The percentage of our gross accounts receivable for our top accounts receivable balance as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, are as follows: | |||||||||
31-Mar-15 | 31-Dec-14 | ||||||||
WDC Solar, Inc. | 62.4 | % | 40.1 | % | |||||
Lowe’s Retail | 11.6 | % | 16.8 | % | |||||
Greg Teegarden | 11.4 | % | — | ||||||
Smart Energy | — | 6.5 | % | ||||||
We maintain reserves for potential credit losses and such losses, in the aggregate, have generally not exceeded management’s estimates. Our top three vendors accounted for approximately 30% and 39% of purchases as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively. As of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, accounts payable included amounts owed to our top three suppliers of approximately $68,000 and $0, respectively. |
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Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract] | |||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block] | 15. Fair Value Measurement | ||||||||||||||||
We use a fair-value approach to value certain assets and liabilities. Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. As such, fair value is a market-based measurement that should be determined based on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability. We use a fair value hierarchy, which distinguishes between assumptions based on market data (observable inputs) and an entity’s own assumptions (unobservable inputs). The hierarchy consists of three levels: | |||||||||||||||||
• | Level one — Quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities; | ||||||||||||||||
• | Level two — Inputs other than level one inputs that are either directly or indirectly observable; and | ||||||||||||||||
• | Level three — Unobservable inputs developed using estimates and assumptions, which are developed by the reporting entity and reflect those assumptions that a market participant would use. | ||||||||||||||||
Determining which category an asset or liability falls within the hierarchy requires significant judgment. We evaluate our hierarchy disclosures each quarter. Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are summarized as follows: | |||||||||||||||||
Liabilities | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | December 31, | |||||||||||||
2014 | |||||||||||||||||
Fair value of derivative liability – embedded conversion feature | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 129,598 | $ | 129,598 | |||||||||
Total | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 129,598 | $ | 129,598 | |||||||||
On August 30, 2013, November 25, 2013 and December 19, 2013, we entered into securities purchase agreements relating to the sale and issuance of convertible notes in the principal amounts of $200,000, $200,000 and $250,000. Each of the Convertible Notes are convertible into shares of our common stock, at any time after issuance, at the option of the purchaser, at a conversion price equal to $0.02, subject to adjustment upon the happening of certain events, including stock dividends, stock splits and the issuance of common stock equivalents at a price below the conversion price. Subject to our fulfilling certain conditions, including beneficial ownership limits, the convertible notes are subject to a mandatory conversion if the closing price of our common stock for any 20 consecutive days commencing six months after the issue date of the convertible notes equal or exceeds $0.04 per share. The terms of the convertible notes meet the criteria for the bifurcation of an embedded derivative. Therefore, we recorded the fair value of the embedded derivative liability as of the issuance date for each of the convertible notes for an aggregate fair value of $243,889. | |||||||||||||||||
We use a model based on Monte Carlo simulation to value the embedded conversion feature of our notes payable that are subject to fair value liability accounting. The determination of the fair value as of the reporting date is affected by our stock price as well as assumptions regarding a number of highly complex and subjective variables. These variables include, but are not limited to, expected stock price volatility over the term of the security and risk-free interest rate. In addition, the model uses multiple Monte Carlo simulations requiring the input of an expected life for the securities for which we have estimated and expectations of the timing and amount of future financing we may require. The fair value of the embedded conversion feature liability is revalued each balance sheet date utilizing our Monte Carlo simulation-based model computations with the decrease or increase in fair value being reported in the statement of comprehensive loss as other income or expense, respectively. The primary factors affecting the fair value of the embedded conversion feature liability are our stock price and volatility. In addition, the use of a Monte Carlo simulation-based model requires the input of highly subjective assumptions, and other reasonable assumptions could provide differing results. | |||||||||||||||||
During the quarter ended March 31, 2015, the Monte Carlo simulation-based model was used to calculate the fair value of the embedded conversion feature based on a stock price of between $0.011 and $0.036 and a volatility of between 94.4% and 99.7%. | |||||||||||||||||
The following table shows the changes in Level 3 liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis for the three months ended March 31, 2015: | |||||||||||||||||
Derivative | Total Level | ||||||||||||||||
Liability – | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Embedded | |||||||||||||||||
Conversion | |||||||||||||||||
Feature | |||||||||||||||||
Beginning balance – January 1, 2015 | $ | 129,598 | $ | 129,598 | |||||||||||||
Issuances | — | — | |||||||||||||||
Conversions | (88,333 | ) | (88,333 | ) | |||||||||||||
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses | (41,265 | ) | (41,265 | ) | |||||||||||||
Ending balance – March 31, 2015 | $ | — | $ | — | |||||||||||||
Note_16_Income_Taxes
Note 16 - Income Taxes | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block] | 16. Income Taxes |
Deferred income taxes arise from timing differences resulting from income and expense items reported for financial account and tax purposes in different periods. A deferred tax asset valuation allowance is recorded when it is more likely than not that deferred tax assets will not be realized. During the three months ended March 31, 2015, there was no income tax expense or benefit for federal and state income taxes in the accompanying condensed consolidated statements of operations due to our net loss and a valuation allowance on the resulting deferred tax asset. Our deferred tax asset has a 100% valuation allowance. |
Note_17_Commitments_and_Contin
Note 17 - Commitments and Contingencies | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block] | 17. Commitments and Contingencies |
Litigation | |
On February 9, 2015, the law firm of Snell & Wilmer LLP filed suit against us in California Superior Court, County of Orange. The complaint alleges that we have failed to pay Snell & Wilmer fees due to that firm in connection with prior patent prosecution litigation, in an amount of no less than $808,202, plus interest. We are still evaluating the merits of the claim but intend to defend against it vigorously. | |
We are also involved in other litigation from time to time in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, the outcome of such proceedings will not materially affect our financial position, results of operations or cash flows. |
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Note 18 - Subsequent Events | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Subsequent Events [Abstract] | |
Subsequent Events [Text Block] | 18. Subsequent Events |
On April 6 and April 20, 2015, we received proceed of approximately $55,000 and $94,000 related to the sale of approximately 14 million shares under our Equity Purchase Agreement. On April 1, 2015, we issued 24 million shares of our common stock pursuant to a put notice under the Equity Purchase Agreement. | |
On April 17, 2015, we entered into a sublease for 1,500 square feet of office space and 2,000 square feet of warehouse storage space at 48900 Milmont Drive, Fremont, California, for $4,250 per month. The lease began when we initially occupied the new facilities on May 8, 2015 and the term will run for 12 months, expiring on May 30, 2016, after which it will be month-to-month. |
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Accounting Policies, by Policy (Policies) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |||||||||
Debt, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Securities Purchase Agreement | ||||||||
Because of certain down-round protection in the conversion rate of the convertible notes, we determined that the derivative liability related to the embedded conversion feature met the criteria for bifurcation. Accordingly, we recognized an aggregate liability of $123,000 on the three issuance dates during the year ended December 31, 2014. This was in addition to the carrying value of the derivative liability on three previously recorded derivatives of $178,000. The derivative liability is carried at fair value with changes in the fair value reflected in the “Adjustment to the fair value of embedded derivatives” line item of our condensed consolidated statements of operations. We recognized a non-cash benefit for the three months ended March 31, 2015 of approximately $41,000 on a total of three convertible notes. | |||||||||
In addition, the relative fair value of the warrants issued in the December 2013 convertible note issuance of $250,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 149.1%, a risk free interest rate of 0.7% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $109,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. The relative fair value of the warrants issued in the February 2014 convertible note issuance of $200,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 169.1, a risk free interest rate of 0.7% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $101,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. The relative fair value of the warrants issued in the March 2014 convertible note issuance of $300,000, were allocated to additional paid-in capital. Such value was determined assuming volatility of 168.8%, a risk free interest rate of 0.8% and an expected term of 4.1 years. The resulting debt discount from the derivative liability and warrant issuance of $154,000 is being accreted to interest using the effective interest method. | |||||||||
On November 1 and December 1, 2013, and on January 1, February 1 and March 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $30,000 each for a total of $150,000, which mature on October 31, November 30 and December 31, 2014, and on January 31 and February 28, 2015, respectively. On April 1, May 1 and June 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $20,000 each, for a total of $60,000, which mature on March 31, April 30 and May 31, 2015, respectively. On July 1, 2014, we issued convertible notes to our financial advisory firm in the principal amount of $10,000, which matures on June 30, 2015. Each of the Convertible Notes bear interest at the rate of 8% per annum compounded annually, are payable at maturity and the principal and interest outstanding under the convertible notes are convertible into shares of our common stock, at any time after issuance, at the option of the purchaser, at a conversion price equal to $0.02 per share. Unless waived in writing by the purchaser, no conversion of the convertible notes can be effected to the extent that as a result of such conversion the purchaser would beneficially own more than 9.99% in the aggregate of our issued and outstanding common stock immediately after giving effect to the issuance of common stock upon conversion. | |||||||||
Equity Purchase Agreement | |||||||||
On January 23, 2014, we entered into an Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge Partners II, LP (“Southridge”), that superseded our prior Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge that was entered into on November 25, 2013 (the “Prior Equity Purchase Agreement”). The terms of the new Equity Purchase Agreement are identical to those of the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement other than that the New Equity Purchase Agreement provides that the Agreement may not be amended by either party. Pursuant to the New Equity Purchase Agreement and as provided in the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement, Southridge has committed to purchase up to $5,000,000 worth of our common stock, over a period of time terminating on the earlier of: (i) 18 months from the effective date of the registration statement to be filed by us for the New Equity Purchase Agreement; or (ii) the date on which Southridge has purchased an aggregate maximum purchase price of $5,000,000 pursuant to the New Equity Purchase Agreement; Southridge’s commitment to purchase our common stock is subject to various conditions, including, but not limited to, limitations based on the trading volume of our common stock. On March 11, 2014, we filed a Registration Statement on Form S-1/A to register 35 million shares of common stock related to our Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge and on March 21, 2014, the Securities and Exchange Commission declared the Registration Statement effective. On March 26, 2014, we submitted an initial take-down request of $300,000 to Southridge pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement of which partial proceeds of $100,000 was received on March 31, 2014 and $200,000 on April 16, 2014. On June 4, 2014, June 18, 2014 and July 8, 2014, we submitted additional take-down requests for $100,000, $100,000 and $125,000, respectively, pursuant to the terms of the Equity Purchase Agreement. | |||||||||
On December 10, 2014, we entered into the December Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge, that superseded our Prior Equity Purchase Agreement with Southridge that was entered into on January 23, 2014. The terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement are substantially similar to those of the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement. Pursuant to the December Equity Purchase Agreement and as provided in the Prior Equity Purchase Agreement, Southridge has committed to purchase up to $5,000,000 worth of our common stock, over a period of time terminating on the earlier of: (i) 18 months from the effective date of the registration statement to be filed by us for the Equity Purchase Agreement; or (ii) the date on which Southridge has purchased an aggregate maximum purchase price of $5,000,000 pursuant to the December Equity Purchase Agreement; Southridge’s commitment to purchase our common stock is subject to various conditions, including, but not limited to, limitations based on the trading volume of our common stock. We submitted various take-down requests during the first quarter of 2015 pursuant to the terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement. As of May 12, 2015, 67,813,489 shares had been sold at an average price of $0.0137 per share, resulting in total proceeds of approximately $929,000. | |||||||||
Pursuant to the terms of the December Equity Purchase Agreement we agreed to pay Southridge a commitment fee of 1,000,000 shares of our common stock, of which 500,000 shares of our common stock were due to Southridge on January 16, 2015, the date that the registration statement was declared effective and the remaining 500,000 shares of common stock were due on January 20, 2015, the date that we delivered our first Draw Down Notice to Southridge. We valued the issuance of these shares based on the closing price of the stock as of January 16, 2015, $0.0169 for 500,000, and as of January 20, 2015, $0.0161 for 500,000, and we recorded $16,500 as a reduction in “Additional Paid In Capital” on our condensed consolidated balance sheets. | |||||||||
On December 10, 2014, we also entered into a Registration Rights Agreement with Southridge pursuant to which we agreed to register shares of the common stock to be issued to Southridge in connection with the December Equity Purchase Agreement. | |||||||||
Settlement of Potential Claims Agreement | |||||||||
On January 22, 2014, we entered into a Settlement of Potential Claims Agreement with ASC Recap LLC (“ASCR”). Pursuant to the Agreement, ASCR has offered to purchase (and in one (1) case has already purchased) approximately $3.7 million of our prior debt owed to four creditors (“Creditors”) for past due services at a substantial discount to face value to which we have agreed to issue to ASCR certain shares of our common stock in a §3(a)(10) 1933 Act proceeding. The shares of our common stock that we have agreed to issue to ASCR in full payment for, and as a release of any debt it purchases from the Creditors, is anticipated to have, upon issuance, a market value equal to approximately 25% of the principal amount of our outstanding debt. In the case of the debt ASCR already purchased from one (1) Creditor, we entered into a Settlement Agreement and Stipulation on February 26, 2014 that was filed with the Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit, Leon County, Florida pursuant to which we agreed, subject to court approval, to issue shares of our common stock that generate proceeds in the amount of $250,000 in full settlement of the claim in the amount of $1,027,705 that ASCR acquired from one Creditor (the value of the stock that we have agreed to issue was two hundred and fifty percent (250%) of the discounted purchase price ASCR paid to purchase the debt from the Creditor, and approximately 25% of the original amount we owed to the Creditor), resulting in a gain on settlement of $769,148, net of expenses. On March 24, 2014, the Circuit Court of the Second Judicial Circuit, Leon County, Florida, approved the §3(a)(10) 1933 Act proceeding and Settlement Agreement and Stipulation and in April 2014, we issued 8,079,800 shares of common stock at an average price of $0.031 for the full settlement of the agreement with ASCR. | |||||||||
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Use of Estimates | ||||||||
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. | |||||||||
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Revenue Recognition | ||||||||
Revenue from sales of products is recognized when: (1) persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, (2) delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, (3) the sale price is fixed or determinable, and (4) collection of the related receivable is reasonably assured. We recognize revenue when the solar power systems are shipped to the customer. Revenue from installation of a system is recognized when (1) persuasive evidence of an arrangement exists, (2) delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, (3) the sales price is fixed or determinable, and (4) collection of the related receivable is reasonably assured. In general, we recognize revenue upon completion of a system installation for residential installations and we recognize revenue under the percentage-of-completion method for commercial installations. Revenue recognition methods for revenue streams that fall under other categories are determined based on facts and circumstances. | |||||||||
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Cash and Cash Equivalents | ||||||||
We consider all highly liquid investments with maturities of three months or less, when purchased, to be cash equivalents. We maintain cash and cash equivalents which consist principally of demand deposits with high credit quality financial institutions. At certain times, such amounts exceed FDIC insurance limits. We have not experienced any losses on these investments and, as of March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, we had no cash equivalents. | |||||||||
Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Accounts Receivable | ||||||||
Accounts receivable consist of trade receivables. We regularly evaluate the collectibility of our accounts receivable. An allowance for doubtful accounts is maintained for estimated credit losses, and such losses have historically been minimal and within our expectations. We consider a number of factors when estimating credit losses, including the aging of a customer’s account, creditworthiness of specific customers, historical trends and other information. | |||||||||
Discontinued Operations, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Manufacturer and Installation Warranties | ||||||||
The manufacturer directly warrants the solar panels and inverters for a range from 15 to 25 years. We warrant the balance of system components of our products against defects in material and workmanship for five years. We assist our customers in the event of a claim under the manufacturer warranty to replace a defective solar panel or inverter. The warranty liability for the material and the workmanship of the balance of system components of approximately $366,000 as of March 31, 2015 and $345,000 at December 31, 2014, is included within “Accrued warranty” in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. | |||||||||
The liability for our manufacturing warranty consists of the following: | |||||||||
31-Mar-15 | 31-Dec-14 | ||||||||
Beginning accrued warranty balance | $ | 938,466 | $ | 1,312,918 | |||||
Reduction for labor payments and claims made under the warranty | (13,998 | ) | (75,966 | ) | |||||
Adjustment to warranty liability for discontinued operations | — | (324,349 | ) | ||||||
Accruals related to warranties issued during the period | 9,620 | 25,863 | |||||||
Ending accrued warranty balance | $ | 934,088 | $ | 938,466 | |||||
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Patent Costs | ||||||||
We capitalize external legal costs and filing fees associated with obtaining or defending our patents. Upon issuance of new patents or successful defense of existing patents, we amortize these costs using the straight line method over the shorter of the legal life of the patent or its economic life. We believe the remaining useful life we assign to these patents, approximately 9.75 years as of March 31, 2015, are reasonable. We periodically review our patents to determine whether any such cost have been impaired and are no longer being used. To the extent we are no longer using certain patents, the associated costs will be written off at that time. | |||||||||
Significant Accounting Policies and Estimates [Policy Text Block] | Significant Accounting Policies and Estimates | ||||||||
There have been no material developments or changes to the significant accounting policies discussed in our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K or accounting pronouncements issued or adopted, except as described below. | |||||||||
Segment Reporting, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Segment Reporting | ||||||||
We are engaged in two business segments, (i) we sell our AC solar panels to solar installers, trade workers and do-it-yourself customers through distribution partnerships, our dealer network and retail outlets and (ii) we market, sell, design and install systems for residential and commercial customers. Operating segments are components of an enterprise for which separate financial information is available and is evaluated regularly by management in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. During the fourth quarter 2014, we re-entered the solar power installation business. See Note 3 for financial information on our business segments. | |||||||||
New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block] | Recent Accounting Pronouncements | ||||||||
In April 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued, Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) ASU 2015-03 Interests — Imputation of Interest (Subtopic 835-30), Simplifying the Presentation of Debt Issuance Costs, requires that debt issuance costs be presented in the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of the debt liability. Recognition and measurement guidance are not impacted by the ASU. The guidance is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2015, with retrospective disclosure upon transition, for all periods presented. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
In February 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-02 Consolidation (Topic 810) Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis. Effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2015, the update effects the consolidation criteria around limited partnerships and similar legal entities; evaluation of fees paid to a decision maker or a service provider as a variable interest; the determination of primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (VIE) when fee arrangements exist, the treatment of related parties in the VIE consolidation model and the consolidation of certain investment funds. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
In January 2015, ASU 2015-01 Income Statement — Extraordinary and Unusual Items (Subtopic 225-20) Simplifying Income Statement Presentation by Eliminating the Concept of Extraordinary Items, was issued by the FASB. The ASU eliminates the concept of extraordinary items. Presentation and disclosure guidance for items that are unusual in nature or occur infrequently will be expanded to include items that are both unusual in nature and infrequent in occurrence. The guidance is effective for years beginning after December 15, 2015 and will be adopted in the first quarter of 2016. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. | |||||||||
In August 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-15, “Presentation of Financial Statements – Going Concern: Disclosure of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern” (“ASU 2014-15”), to provide guidance on management’s responsibility in evaluating whether there is substantial doubt about a company’s ability to continue as a going concern and to provide related footnote disclosures. ASU 2014-15 is effective for the annual period ending after December 15, 2016, and for annual periods and interim periods thereafter. Since ASU 2014-15 only impacts financial statement disclosure requirements regarding whether there is substantial doubt about an entity’s ability to continue as a going concern, we do not expect its adoption to have an impact on our consolidated financial statements. | |||||||||
In November 2014, the FASB issued ASU No. 2014-16, Determining Whether the Host Contract in a Hybrid Financial Instrument Issued in the Form of a Share Is More Akin to Debt or to Equity. The amendments in this ASU do not change the current criteria in U.S. GAAP for determining when separation of certain embedded derivative features in a hybrid financial instrument is required. The amendments clarify that an entity should consider all relevant terms and features, including the embedded derivative feature being evaluated for bifurcation, in evaluating the nature of the host contract. The ASU applies to all entities that are issuers of, or investors in, hybrid financial instruments that are issued in the form of a share and is effective for public business entities for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2015. Early adoption is permitted. We do not expect there to be any impact on the consolidated financial statements as a result of this guidance. |
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Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability [Table Text Block] | 31-Mar-15 | 31-Dec-14 | |||||||
Beginning accrued warranty balance | $ | 938,466 | $ | 1,312,918 | |||||
Reduction for labor payments and claims made under the warranty | (13,998 | ) | (75,966 | ) | |||||
Adjustment to warranty liability for discontinued operations | — | (324,349 | ) | ||||||
Accruals related to warranties issued during the period | 9,620 | 25,863 | |||||||
Ending accrued warranty balance | $ | 934,088 | $ | 938,466 |
Note_3_Segment_Reporting_Table
Note 3 - Segment Reporting (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block] | Three Months Ended | ||||||||
March 31, | |||||||||
Revenue | 2015 | 2014 | |||||||
Distribution | $ | 166,136 | $ | 142,482 | |||||
Installation | 108,505 | — | |||||||
$ | 274,641 | $ | 142,482 | ||||||
Three Months Ended | |||||||||
March 31, | |||||||||
Gross profit (loss) | 2015 | 2014 | |||||||
Distribution | $ | (9,975 | ) | $ | 7,094 | ||||
Installation | (1,766 | ) | — | ||||||
$ | (11,741 | ) | $ | 7,094 | |||||
Assets | March 31, | December 31, | |||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Distribution | $ | 2,482,508 | $ | 2,560,940 | |||||
Installation | 20,997 | — | |||||||
$ | 2,503,505 | $ | 2,560,940 |
Note_5_Accounts_Receivable_Tab
Note 5 - Accounts Receivable (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||||||||||
Receivables [Abstract] | |||||||||||||||||
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block] | 31-Mar-15 | December 31, | |||||||||||||||
2014 | |||||||||||||||||
Trade accounts | $ | 104,005 | $ | 154,172 | |||||||||||||
Less: Allowance for bad debts | (21,972 | ) | (24,882 | ) | |||||||||||||
Less: Allowance for returns | (19,647 | ) | (10,834 | ) | |||||||||||||
$ | 62,386 | $ | 118,456 | ||||||||||||||
Allowance for Credit Losses on Financing Receivables [Table Text Block] | Balance as of | Provisions, | Write-Off/ | Balance as of | |||||||||||||
Beginning | net | Recovery | End of | ||||||||||||||
of Period | Period | ||||||||||||||||
Three months ended March 31, 2015 | $ | 24,882 | $ | 2,909 | $ | 5,819 | $ | 21,972 | |||||||||
Year ended December 31, 2014 | $ | 2,899 | $ | 36,763 | $ | (14,780 | ) | $ | 24,882 |
Note_6_Inventory_Tables
Note 6 - Inventory (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block] | 31-Mar-15 | December 31, | |||||||
2014 | |||||||||
Finished goods | $ | 631,616 | $ | 669,706 | |||||
Work in process | 70,329 | 58,666 | |||||||
$ | 701,945 | $ | 728,372 |
Note_7_Property_and_Equipment_1
Note 7 - Property and Equipment, Net (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract] | |||||||||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block] | 31-Mar-15 | December 31, | |||||||
2014 | |||||||||
Office equipment | $ | 436,051 | $ | 436,051 | |||||
Leasehold improvements | 123,278 | 123,278 | |||||||
Vehicles | 17,992 | 17,992 | |||||||
577,321 | 577,321 | ||||||||
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization | (576,971 | ) | (576,622 | ) | |||||
$ | 350 | $ | 699 |
Note_8_Accrued_Liabilities_Tab
Note 8 - Accrued Liabilities (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Payables and Accruals [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Accrued Liabilities [Table Text Block] | 31-Mar-15 | December 31, | |||||||
2014 | |||||||||
Accrued salaries, wages, benefits and bonus | $ | 63,876 | $ | 45,586 | |||||
Sales tax payable | 3,646 | 662 | |||||||
Accrued accounting and legal fees | 61,050 | — | |||||||
Customer deposit payable | 33,604 | 41,265 | |||||||
Accrued interest | 22,256 | 5,683 | |||||||
Other accrued liabilities | 20,361 | 11,033 | |||||||
$ | 204,793 | $ | 104,229 |
Note_11_Stock_Option_Plan_and_1
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block] | Number of | Weighted-Average | |||||||
Restricted Shares | Grant Date | ||||||||
Fair Value | |||||||||
Outstanding and not vested beginning balance as of January 1, 2015 | 7,186 | $ | 2.16 | ||||||
Granted | — | $ | — | ||||||
Forfeited/cancelled | — | $ | — | ||||||
Released/vested | (7,186 | ) | $ | 2.16 | |||||
Outstanding and not vested as of March 31, 2015 | — | $ | — | ||||||
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block] | Number of | Weighted- | |||||||
Shares Subject | Average Exercise | ||||||||
to Option | Price | ||||||||
Outstanding as of January 1, 2015 | 37,034,483 | $ | 0.03 | ||||||
Granted | — | $ | — | ||||||
Forfeited/cancelled/expired | — | $ | — | ||||||
Exercised | — | $ | — | ||||||
Outstanding as of March 31, 2015 | 37,034,483 | $ | 0.03 | ||||||
Exercisable as of March 31, 2015 | 7,321,779 | $ | 0.07 |
Note_12_Stock_Warrants_and_War1
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Disclosure Text Block [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Stockholders' Equity Note, Warrants or Rights [Table Text Block] | Warrants for | Weighted-Average | |||||||
Number of | Exercise Price | ||||||||
Shares | |||||||||
Outstanding at January 1, 2015 | 22,148,045 | $ | 0.23 | ||||||
Issued | — | — | |||||||
Exercised | — | — | |||||||
Cancelled/expired | — | — | |||||||
Outstanding at March 31, 2015 | 22,148,045 | $ | 0.23 |
Note_13_Earnings_Per_Share_Tab
Note 13 - Earnings Per Share (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Earnings Per Share [Abstract] | |||||||||
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block] | Three Months Ended | ||||||||
March 31, | |||||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Basic: | |||||||||
Numerator: | |||||||||
Net loss | $ | (825,176 | ) | $ | (84,396 | ) | |||
Preferred deemed dividend and preferred stock dividend | |||||||||
Less: Net loss allocated to participating securities | 8 | 960 | |||||||
$ | (825,168 | ) | $ | (83,436 | ) | ||||
Denominator: | |||||||||
Weighted-average shares outstanding | 328,001,069 | 132,940,312 | |||||||
Weighted-average unvested restricted shares outstanding | (3,322 | ) | (1,512,311 | ) | |||||
Denominator for basic net loss per share | 327,997,747 | 131,428,001 | |||||||
Basic net loss per share attributable to common stockholders | $ | (0.00 | ) | $ | (0.00 | ) | |||
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table Text Block] | March 31, | December 31, | |||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Stock options outstanding | 37,034,483 | 37,034,483 | |||||||
Unvested restricted stock | — | 7,186 | |||||||
Warrants to purchase common stock | 22,148,045 | 22,148,045 |
Note_14_Concentration_of_Risk_
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Tables) (Customer Concentration Risk [Member]) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||
Sales Revenue, Goods, Net [Member] | |||||||||
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Tables) [Line Items] | |||||||||
Schedules of Concentration of Risk, by Risk Factor [Table Text Block] | Three Months Ended March 31, | ||||||||
2015 | 2014 | ||||||||
Smart Energy Today | 34.9 | % | — | ||||||
Helco Electric | 12.7 | % | 22.9 | % | |||||
Verengo Solar | 13.9 | % | — | ||||||
Sustainable Environmental Enterprises | — | 11.7 | % | ||||||
Shoreline Electric | — | 31.9 | % | ||||||
Accounts Receivable [Member] | |||||||||
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Tables) [Line Items] | |||||||||
Schedules of Concentration of Risk, by Risk Factor [Table Text Block] | 31-Mar-15 | 31-Dec-14 | |||||||
WDC Solar, Inc. | 62.4 | % | 40.1 | % | |||||
Lowe’s Retail | 11.6 | % | 16.8 | % | |||||
Greg Teegarden | 11.4 | % | — | ||||||
Smart Energy | — | 6.5 | % |
Note_15_Fair_Value_Measurement1
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Tables) | 3 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | |||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract] | |||||||||||||||||
Schedule of Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis [Table Text Block] | Liabilities | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | December 31, | ||||||||||||
2014 | |||||||||||||||||
Fair value of derivative liability – embedded conversion feature | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 129,598 | $ | 129,598 | |||||||||
Total | $ | — | $ | — | $ | 129,598 | $ | 129,598 | |||||||||
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Table Text Block] | Derivative | Total Level | |||||||||||||||
Liability – | 3 | ||||||||||||||||
Embedded | |||||||||||||||||
Conversion | |||||||||||||||||
Feature | |||||||||||||||||
Beginning balance – January 1, 2015 | $ | 129,598 | $ | 129,598 | |||||||||||||
Issuances | — | — | |||||||||||||||
Conversions | (88,333 | ) | (88,333 | ) | |||||||||||||
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses | (41,265 | ) | (41,265 | ) | |||||||||||||
Ending balance – March 31, 2015 | $ | — | $ | — |
Note_1_Basis_of_Presentation_a1
Note 1 - Basis of Presentation and Description of Business (Details) (USD $) | 0 Months Ended | ||||
Apr. 13, 2011 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Aug. 11, 2006 | Aug. 10, 2006 | |
Note 1 - Basis of Presentation and Description of Business (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Number of Shares of Target Company that Each Share of Common Stock Receives in a Merger Transaction | 1 | ||||
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.01 | |
Common Stock, Shares Authorized | 500,000,000 | 500,000,000 | 500,000,000 | ||
Reverse Stock Split [Member] | |||||
Note 1 - Basis of Presentation and Description of Business (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Stockholders' Equity Note, Stock Split, Conversion Ratio | 4 |
Note_2_Significant_Accounting_2
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $) | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Dec. 10, 2014 | Jan. 23, 2014 | Feb. 26, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | 12-May-15 | Apr. 20, 2015 | Apr. 06, 2015 | Apr. 20, 2015 | Jan. 16, 2015 | Jan. 20, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2013 | Feb. 28, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Apr. 16, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Apr. 30, 2014 | Apr. 16, 2014 | Apr. 17, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Sep. 30, 2014 | Dec. 19, 2013 | Nov. 02, 2013 | Dec. 02, 2013 | Jan. 02, 2014 | Feb. 02, 2014 | Mar. 02, 2014 | Apr. 02, 2014 | 2-May-14 | Jun. 02, 2014 | Jul. 01, 2014 | Mar. 18, 2014 | Jul. 08, 2014 | Aug. 11, 2014 | Jun. 18, 2014 | Jun. 04, 2014 | Mar. 26, 2014 | Mar. 21, 2014 | Jan. 22, 2014 | Feb. 25, 2014 | |
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cash | $135,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability | 243,889 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Embedded Derivative, Fair Value of Embedded Derivative Liability | 129,598 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Subscription Period | 18 years | 18 years | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Settlement Price | 25.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt | 769,148 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Product Warranty Accrual, Current | 934,088 | 938,466 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Number of Operating Segments | 2 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Subsequent Event [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock | 929,000 | 94,000 | 55,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues (in Shares) | 67,813,489 | 14,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.01 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Solar Panels and Inverters [Member] | Maximum [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warranty Period | 25 years | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Solar Panels and Inverters [Member] | Minimum [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warranty Period | 15 years | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Material and Workmanship [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warranty Period | 5 years | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Product Warranty Accrual, Current | 366,000 | 345,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Upon Effectiveness of Registration Statement [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues (in Shares) | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
First Draw Down Notice [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues (in Shares) | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures October 31, 2014 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures November 30, 2014 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures December 31, 2014 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures January 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures February 28, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures Between October 31, 2014 And February 28, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 150,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures March 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 20,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures April 30, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 20,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures May 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 20,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures Between March 31, 2015 and May 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 60,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | Matures June 30, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 10,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Note Payable [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 8.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warrants in Connection with December 2013 Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 149.10% | 149.10% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate | 0.70% | 0.70% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term | 4 years 36 days | 4 years 36 days | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount | 109,000 | 109,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warrants in Connection with February 2014 Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 169.10% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate | 0.70% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term | 4 years 36 days | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount | 101,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warrants in Connection with March 2014 Convertible Debt [Member | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 168.80% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate | 0.80% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term | 4 years 36 days | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount | 154,000 | 154,000 | 154,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | Maximum [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Additional Take-Down Request, Amount | 125,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Value, Subscriptions | 5,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Commmon Stock, Equity Purchase Agreement, Committment To Be Purchased, Value | 5,000,000 | 5,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Subscription Period | 18 years | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Shares Subscribed but Unissued (in Shares) | 3,200,000 | 35,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Initial Take-Down Request, Amount | 300,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock | 200,000 | 100,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Additional Take-Down Request, Amount | 125,000 | 100,000 | 100,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues (in Shares) | 500,000 | 500,000 | 31,760,578 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | $0.02 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Issuance Costs, Commitment Fee, Number of Securities (in Shares) | 1,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Stock Issued, Issuance Costs | 16,500 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Settled [Member] | ASC Recap LLC [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | 0.031 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other (in Shares) | 8,079,800 | 8,079,800 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Patents [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Remaining Amortization Period | 9 years 9 months | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
ASC Recap LLC [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Agreement with Party to Sell Prior Debt Owed to Creditors Amount of Prior Debt Owed | 3,700,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Market Value of Outstanding Debt Principal Percent | 25.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Litigation Settlement, Amount | 250,000 | 250,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Extinguishment of Debt, Amount | 1,027,705 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Discounted Stock Issuance Price | 250.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Gains (Losses) on Extinguishment of Debt | 769,148 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability | 123,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Embedded Derivative, Fair Value of Embedded Derivative Liability | 178,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Embedded Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Embedded Derivative, Net | $41,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 8.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 |
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Note 2 - Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Liability for Manufacturing Warranty (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
Product Warranty Liability [Line Items] | ||
Beginning accrued warranty balance | $938,466 | $1,312,918 |
Reduction for labor payments and claims made under the warranty | -13,998 | -75,966 |
Accruals related to warranties issued during the period | 9,620 | 25,863 |
Ending accrued warranty balance | 934,088 | 938,466 |
Discontinued Operations [Member] | ||
Product Warranty Liability [Line Items] | ||
Adjustment to warranty liability for discontinued operations | ($324,349) |
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Note 3 - Segment Reporting (Details) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Segment Reporting [Abstract] | |
Number of Operating Segments | 2 |
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Note 3 - Segment Reporting (Details) - Segment Revenue, Operating Profit, and Assets (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | ||
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Revenue | $274,641 | $142,482 | |
Gross profit | -11,741 | 7,094 | |
Assets | 2,558,782 | 2,560,940 | 2,560,940 |
Distribution [Member] | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Revenue | 166,136 | 142,482 | |
Gross profit | -9,975 | 7,094 | |
Assets | 2,482,508 | 2,560,940 | |
Installation [Member] | |||
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items] | |||
Revenue | 108,505 | ||
Gross profit | -1,766 | ||
Assets | $20,997 |
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Note 4 - Other Assets (Details) (USD $) | 1 Months Ended | ||
Dec. 31, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2011 | Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Note 4 - Other Assets (Details) [Line Items] | |||
Escrow Deposit | $200,000 | ||
Escrow Deposit Disbursements | 40,000 | ||
Escrow Deposit Returned | 110,000 | ||
Other Assets [Member] | |||
Note 4 - Other Assets (Details) [Line Items] | |||
Escrow Deposit | $90,000 |
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Note 5 - Accounts Receivable (Details) - Accounts Receivable (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Accounts Receivable [Abstract] | ||
Trade accounts | $104,005 | $154,172 |
Less: Allowance for bad debts | -21,972 | -24,882 |
Less: Allowance for returns | -19,647 | -10,834 |
$62,386 | $118,456 |
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Note 5 - Accounts Receivable (Details) - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Abstract] | |||
Balance at Beginning of Period | $24,882 | $2,899 | $2,899 |
Provisions, net | 2,909 | -4,492 | 36,763 |
Balance at End of Period | 21,972 | 24,882 | |
Write-Off/Recovery | $5,819 | ($14,780) |
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Note 6 - Inventory (Details) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | |
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract] | |
Inventory Write-down | $0 |
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Note 6 - Inventory (Details) - Inventory Schedule (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Inventory Schedule [Abstract] | ||
Finished goods | $631,616 | $669,706 |
Work in process | 70,329 | 58,666 |
$701,945 | $728,372 |
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Note 7 - Property and Equipment, Net (Details) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract] | ||
Depreciation | $349 | $4,920 |
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Note 7 - Property and Equipment, Net (Details) - Property and Equipment, Net (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $577,321 | $577,321 |
Less: Accumulated depreciation and amortization | -576,971 | -576,622 |
350 | 699 | |
Office Equipment [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | 436,051 | 436,051 |
Leasehold Improvements [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | 123,278 | 123,278 |
Vehicles [Member] | ||
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items] | ||
Property and equipment, gross | $17,992 | $17,992 |
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Note 8 - Accrued Liabilities (Details) - Accrued Liabilities (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Accrued Liabilities [Abstract] | ||
Accrued salaries, wages, benefits and bonus | $63,876 | $45,586 |
Sales tax payable | 3,646 | 662 |
Accrued accounting and legal fees | 61,050 | |
Customer deposit payable | 33,604 | 41,265 |
Accrued interest | 22,256 | 5,683 |
Other accrued liabilities | 20,361 | 11,033 |
$204,793 | $104,229 |
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Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) (USD $) | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | |||||||||||||||||
Nov. 20, 2013 | Oct. 21, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2013 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Feb. 27, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2013 | Feb. 28, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Mar. 18, 2014 | Feb. 25, 2014 | Dec. 19, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Nov. 02, 2013 | Dec. 02, 2013 | Jan. 02, 2014 | Feb. 02, 2014 | Mar. 02, 2014 | Apr. 02, 2014 | 2-May-14 | Jun. 02, 2014 | Jul. 01, 2014 | Aug. 30, 2013 | Nov. 25, 2013 | Jan. 27, 2014 | |
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights (in Dollars per share) | $0.23 | $0.23 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability | $243,889 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Initiation Date | 30-Sep-13 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Collateral Fees, Amount | 5,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Administrative Fee, Percentage | 0.50% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Prepayment Fee, Percent | 0.50% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Long-term Line of Credit | 350,000 | 500,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Proceeds from Lines of Credit | 50,000 | 100,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest Payable, Current | 22,256 | 5,683 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Share Price (in Dollars per share) | 0.0155 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Beneficial Conversion Feature | 275,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Amortization of Debt Discount (Premium) | 22,985 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures November 30, 2014 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures December 31, 2014 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures January 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures February 28, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures October 31, 2014 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 30,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures Between October 31, 2014 And February 28, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 150,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures March 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 20,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures April 30, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 20,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures May 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 20,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures Between February 28, 2015 And May 31, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 60,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | Matures June 30, 2015 [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 10,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 8.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 8.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.01 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Term | 1 year | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Payable | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest Payable, Current | 10,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Beneficial Conversion Feature | 275,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Beneficial Conversion Feature, Amortization Period | 12 months | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Amortization of Debt Discount (Premium) | 23,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warrants in Connection with December 2013 Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 149.10% | 149.10% | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate | 0.70% | 0.70% | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term | 4 years 36 days | 4 years 36 days | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount | 109,000 | 109,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Warrants in Connection with February 2014 Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 169.10% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate | 0.70% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term | 4 years 36 days | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount | 101,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Warrants in Connection with March 2014 Convertible Debt [Member | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 168.80% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate | 0.80% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term | 4 years 36 days | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Unamortized Discount | 154,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Adjustment to the Fair Value of Embedded Derivatives [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability | 178,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on August 29, 2015 [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 200,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on November 25, 2015 [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 200,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on December 19, 2015 [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 250,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on January 27, 2016 [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 100,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Series D Preferred Stock [Member] | Securities Pledged as Collateral [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued (in Shares) | 50 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Minimum [Member] | Advances [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Monthly Interest Expense, Debt | 500 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Administrative Fee, Amount | 500 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Accounts Receivable [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity | 200,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line Of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity, Percentage | 80.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Raw Materials [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line Of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity, Percentage | 50.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Finished Goods [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line Of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity, Percentage | 65.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cash [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line Of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity, Percentage | 95.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Aggregate, Cash, Raw Material, and Finished Goods [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity | 300,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on February 25, 2016 [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 200,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on March 18, 2016 [Member] | Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | 300,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Convertible Debt [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Issued During Period (in Shares) | 5,000,000 | 6,250,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | $0.02 | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Term of Warrants or Rights | 5 years | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights (in Shares) | 7,500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 8.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Conversion, Original Debt, Amount | 520,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Interest on Convertible Debt, Accrued and Converted | 47,134 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Conversion, Converted Instrument, Shares Issued (in Shares) | 34,565,577 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability | 123,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Embedded Derivative, Gain (Loss) on Embedded Derivative, Net | $41,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Advances [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 9 - Convertible Notes Payable and Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Stated Percentage | 12.00% |
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Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) (USD $) | 0 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | |||||||||||||||||||
Dec. 10, 2014 | Jan. 23, 2014 | 12-May-15 | Apr. 20, 2015 | Apr. 06, 2015 | Apr. 20, 2015 | Jan. 16, 2015 | Jan. 20, 2015 | Sep. 30, 2014 | Apr. 16, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Apr. 30, 2014 | Apr. 16, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Apr. 17, 2014 | Feb. 26, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Apr. 13, 2011 | Aug. 11, 2014 | Jul. 08, 2014 | Jun. 18, 2014 | Jun. 04, 2014 | Mar. 26, 2014 | Mar. 21, 2014 | |
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares of Capital Stock Authorized under Certificate of Incorporation | 501,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Shares Authorized | 500,000,000 | 500,000,000 | 500,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized | 1,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding | 0 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Subscription Period | 18 years | 18 years | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Subsequent Event [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock (in Dollars) | $929,000 | $94,000 | $55,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues | 67,813,489 | 14,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.01 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Upon Effectiveness of Registration Statement [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
First Draw Down Notice [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Series A Preferred Stock [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized | 2,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Series B Preferred Stock [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized | 4,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Preferred Stock, Dividend Rate, Percentage | 4.00% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Series C Preferred Stock [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Temporary Equity, Shares Authorized | 1,175 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Temporary Equity, Par or Stated Value Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Series D Preferred Stock [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Temporary Equity, Shares Authorized | 1,180 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Temporary Equity, Par or Stated Value Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.00 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Shares Subscribed but Unissued | 3,200,000 | 35,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Initial Take-Down Request, Amount (in Dollars) | 300,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock (in Dollars) | 200,000 | 100,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Additional Take-Down Request, Amount (in Dollars) | 125,000 | 100,000 | 100,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues | 500,000 | 31,760,578 | 500,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | $0.02 | $0.02 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Issuance Costs, Placement Fee, Number of Securities | 1,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Commmon Stock, Equity Purchase Agreement, Committment To Be Purchased, Value (in Dollars) | 5,000,000 | 5,000,000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Common Stock, Subscription Period | 18 years | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Debt Issuance Costs, Commitment Fee, Number of Securities | 1,000,000 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Adjustments to Additional Paid in Capital, Stock Issued, Issuance Costs (in Dollars) | 16,500 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Settled [Member] | ASC Recap LLC [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Other | 8,079,800 | 8,079,800 | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Shares Issued, Price Per Share (in Dollars per share) | 0.031 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
ASC Recap LLC [Member] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 10 - Stockholders' Deficit (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Litigation Settlement, Amount (in Dollars) | 250,000 | $250,000 |
Note_11_Stock_Option_Plan_and_2
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | ||
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Sep. 30, 2014 | |
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Restriction Period On Restricted Stock Grants Expiration Rate Per Year Over Four Years | 25.00% | |||
Term of Options | 5 years | |||
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense | $68,600 | $166,000 | ||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized | 479,000 | 91,000 | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross (in Shares) | 0 | 0 | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term | 4 years 36 days | 4 years 146 days | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value | 23,000 | 13,000 | ||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested and Expected to Vest, Outstanding, Aggregate Intrinsic Value | 0 | |||
Restricted Stock [Member] | ||||
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Expiration Period | 4 years | |||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized | 1,000 | |||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition | 73 days | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value | 23,000 | 13,000 | ||
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Financing Activities | 0 | 0 | ||
Employee Stock Option [Member] | ||||
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition | 4 years 109 days | 4 years 109 days | ||
Excess Tax Benefit from Share-based Compensation, Financing Activities | 0 | |||
Financial Advisory Services Fees [Member] | ||||
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Notes Issued | $90,000 | |||
The 2006 Stock Incentive Plan [Member] | ||||
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized (in Shares) | 50,000,000 | |||
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant (in Shares) | 45,593,221 |
Note_11_Stock_Option_Plan_and_3
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) - Summary of Restricted Stock Activity (Restricted Stock [Member], USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
Restricted Stock [Member] | ||
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) - Summary of Restricted Stock Activity [Line Items] | ||
Outstanding and not vested balance, number of restricted shares | 7,186 | |
Outstanding and not vested balance, weighted-average grant date fair value | $2.16 | |
Released/vested | -7,186 | |
Released/vested | $2.16 |
Note_11_Stock_Option_Plan_and_4
Note 11 - Stock Option Plan and Stock Incentive Plan (Details) - Stock Option Activity (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Stock Option Activity [Abstract] | ||
Outstanding as of January 1, 2015 | 37,034,483 | 37,034,483 |
Outstanding as of January 1, 2015 | $0.03 | $0.03 |
Outstanding as of March 31, 2015 | 37,034,483 | 37,034,483 |
Outstanding as of March 31, 2015 | $0.03 | $0.03 |
Exercisable as of March 31, 2015 | 7,321,779 | |
Exercisable as of March 31, 2015 | $0.07 |
Note_12_Stock_Warrants_and_War2
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | ||||
Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Dec. 19, 2013 | Feb. 25, 2014 | Mar. 18, 2014 | |
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights (in Dollars per share) | 0.23 | $0.23 | |||
Minimum [Member] | |||||
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Term of Warrants | 4 years 6 months | ||||
Maximum [Member] | |||||
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Term of Warrants | 5 years | ||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on December 19, 2015 [Member] | |||||
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount (in Dollars) | $250,000 | ||||
Term of Warrants | 5 years | ||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights (in Shares) | 6,250,000 | ||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on February 25, 2016 [Member] | |||||
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount (in Dollars) | 200,000 | ||||
Term of Warrants | 5 years | ||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights (in Shares) | 5,000,000 | ||||
Convertible Notes Maturing on March 19, 2016 [Member | |||||
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) [Line Items] | |||||
Debt Instrument, Face Amount (in Dollars) | $300,000 | ||||
Term of Warrants | 5 years | ||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Number of Securities Called by Warrants or Rights (in Shares) | 7,500,000 | ||||
Class of Warrant or Right, Exercise Price of Warrants or Rights (in Dollars per share) | 0.02 |
Note_12_Stock_Warrants_and_War3
Note 12 - Stock Warrants and Warrant Liability (Details) - Warrant Activity (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 |
Warrant Activity [Abstract] | ||
Warrants for number of shares | 22,148,045 | 22,148,045 |
Weighted-average exercise price | $0.23 | $0.23 |
Warrants for number of shares | 22,148,045 | 22,148,045 |
Weighted-average exercise price | $0.23 | $0.23 |
Note_13_Earnings_Per_Share_Det
Note 13 - Earnings Per Share (Details) - Computation of Earnings Per Share (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Numerator: | ||
Net loss | ($825,176) | ($69,942) |
Preferred deemed dividend and preferred stock dividend | ||
Less: Net loss allocated to participating securities | 8 | 960 |
($825,168) | ($83,436) | |
Denominator: | ||
Weighted-average shares outstanding | 328,001,069 | 132,940,312 |
Weighted-average unvested restricted shares outstanding | -3,322 | -1,512,311 |
Denominator for basic net loss per share | 327,997,747 | 131,428,001 |
Basic net loss per share attributable to common stockholders | $0 | $0 |
Note_13_Earnings_Per_Share_Det1
Note 13 - Earnings Per Share (Details) - Anti-dilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Diluted Net Loss Per Share | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Employee Stock Option [Member] | ||
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items] | ||
Anti-dilutive securities excluded from computation of diluted net loss per share | 37,034,483 | 37,034,483 |
Restricted Stock [Member] | ||
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items] | ||
Anti-dilutive securities excluded from computation of diluted net loss per share | 7,186 | |
Warrant [Member] | ||
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items] | ||
Anti-dilutive securities excluded from computation of diluted net loss per share | 22,148,045 | 22,148,045 |
Note_14_Concentration_of_Risk_1
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) (USD $) | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | |
Mar. 30, 2012 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | Mar. 15, 2013 | |
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Purchase of Assets (in Shares) | 1,900,000 | |||
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Purchase of Assets | $1,045,000 | |||
Suntech America [Member] | ||||
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Loss Contingency, Estimate of Possible Loss | -946,438 | |||
Loss Contingency Accrual | 946,438 | |||
Supplier Concentration Risk [Member] | Liabilities, Total [Member] | ||||
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Concentration Risk, Percentage | 30.00% | 39.00% | ||
Supplier Concentration Risk [Member] | ||||
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) [Line Items] | ||||
Accounts Payable | 68,000 | 0 |
Note_14_Concentration_of_Risk_2
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) - Percentages of Sales to Largest Customers (Customer Concentration Risk [Member], Sales Revenue, Goods, Net [Member]) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Smart Energy Today [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of Sales | 34.90% | |
Heclo Electric [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of Sales | 12.70% | 22.90% |
Verengo Solar [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of Sales | 13.90% | |
Sustainable Environmental Enterprises [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of Sales | 11.70% | |
Shoreline Electric [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of Sales | 31.90% |
Note_14_Concentration_of_Risk_3
Note 14 - Concentration of Risk (Details) - Percentage of Gross Accounts Receivable (Customer Concentration Risk [Member], Accounts Receivable [Member]) | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
WDC Solar, Inc. [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of accounts receivable | 62.40% | 40.10% |
Lowes Companies, Inc. [ Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of accounts receivable | 11.60% | 16.80% |
Greg Teegarden [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of accounts receivable | 11.40% | |
Sustainable Environmental Enterprises [Member] | ||
Concentration Risk [Line Items] | ||
Percentage of accounts receivable | 6.50% |
Note_15_Fair_Value_Measurement2
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) (USD $) | 1 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended | |||
Dec. 19, 2013 | Nov. 25, 2013 | Aug. 30, 2013 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Dec. 19, 2013 | Mar. 31, 2015 | Feb. 27, 2015 | |
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||
Proceeds from Convertible Debt | $250,000 | $200,000 | $200,000 | $600,000 | |||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Conversion Price | $0.02 | $0.02 | |||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Threshold Consecutive Trading Days | 20 days | ||||||
Debt Instrument, Convertible, Stock Price Trigger | $0.04 | ||||||
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Liability | $243,889 | $243,889 | |||||
Share Price | $0.02 | ||||||
Monte Carlo Simulation [Member] | Beneficial Conversion Feature [Member] | Minimum [Member] | |||||||
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||
Share Price | $0.01 | ||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 94.40% | ||||||
Monte Carlo Simulation [Member] | Beneficial Conversion Feature [Member] | Maximum [Member] | |||||||
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) [Line Items] | |||||||
Share Price | $0.04 | ||||||
Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate | 99.70% |
Note_15_Fair_Value_Measurement3
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) - Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value (USD $) | Mar. 31, 2015 |
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) - Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value [Line Items] | |
Fair value of derivative liability b embedded conversion feature | $129,598 |
Total | 129,598 |
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member] | |
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) - Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value [Line Items] | |
Fair value of derivative liability b embedded conversion feature | 0 |
Total | 0 |
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | |
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) - Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value [Line Items] | |
Fair value of derivative liability b embedded conversion feature | 0 |
Total | 0 |
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] | |
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) - Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value [Line Items] | |
Fair value of derivative liability b embedded conversion feature | 129,598 |
Total | $129,598 |
Note_15_Fair_Value_Measurement4
Note 15 - Fair Value Measurement (Details) - Changes in Level 3 Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on Recurring Basis (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Dec. 31, 2014 | |
Accrued and Other Long-term Liabilities [Member] | ||
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items] | ||
Beginning balance b January 1, 2015 | $129,598 | |
Conversions | -88,333 | |
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses | -41,265 | |
Common Stock Warrant Liability [Member] | ||
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items] | ||
Beginning balance b January 1, 2015 | 129,598 | |
Conversions | -88,333 | |
Total realized and unrealized gains or losses | ($41,265) |
Note_16_Income_Taxes_Details
Note 16 - Income Taxes (Details) (USD $) | 3 Months Ended | |
Mar. 31, 2015 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract] | ||
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) | $0 | $0 |
Valuation Allowance as Percentage of Deferred Tax Asset | 100.00% |
Note_17_Commitments_and_Contin1
Note 17 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (Snell & Wilmer LLP [Member], USD $) | 0 Months Ended |
Feb. 09, 2015 | |
Snell & Wilmer LLP [Member] | |
Note 17 - Commitments and Contingencies (Details) [Line Items] | |
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value | $808,202 |
Note_18_Subsequent_Events_Deta
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) (USD $) | 0 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended | ||||||||
12-May-15 | Apr. 20, 2015 | Apr. 06, 2015 | Apr. 20, 2015 | Apr. 17, 2015 | Apr. 16, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | Apr. 30, 2014 | Apr. 16, 2014 | Mar. 31, 2014 | |
Subsequent Event [Member] | Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | ||||||||||
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) [Line Items] | ||||||||||
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock | $929,000 | $94,000 | $55,000 | |||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues (in Shares) | 67,813,489 | 14,000,000 | ||||||||
Subsequent Event [Member] | Office Space [Member] | ||||||||||
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) [Line Items] | ||||||||||
Area of Real Estate Property (in Square Feet) | 1,500 | |||||||||
Subsequent Event [Member] | Warehouse Storage Space [Member] | ||||||||||
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) [Line Items] | ||||||||||
Area of Real Estate Property (in Square Feet) | 2,000 | |||||||||
Subsequent Event [Member] | ||||||||||
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) [Line Items] | ||||||||||
Operating Lease Monthly Rent | 4,250 | |||||||||
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Term of Contract | 12 months | |||||||||
Southridge Partners II, LP [Member] | ||||||||||
Note 18 - Subsequent Events (Details) [Line Items] | ||||||||||
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock | $200,000 | $100,000 | ||||||||
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, New Issues (in Shares) | 500,000 | 31,760,578 | 500,000 |