Complete Solaria Inc
For the period ended Dec 31, 2023. Filed Apr 1, 2024.
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FY2023 · Filed Apr 1, 2024
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**UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
(Mark One)
☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31,2023.
or
☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to
Commission File Number 001-40117
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
| Delaware | 93-2279786 |
|---|---|
| (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) | (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
| 45700 Northport Loop East, Fremont, California | 94538 |
|---|---|
| (Address of principal executive offices) | (Zip Code) |
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:**(510) 270-2507 **
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
| Title of each class | Trading symbol | Name of each exchange on which registered |
|---|---|---|
| Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share | CSLR | The Nasdaq Global Market |
| Warrants, each whole warrant exercisable for one share of Common Stock at an exercise price of $11.50 per share | CSLRW | The Nasdaq Global Market |
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
None
Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes ☐No ☒
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| Large accelerated filer | ☐ | Accelerated filer | ☐ |
| Non-accelerated filer | ☒ | Smaller reporting company | ☒ |
| Emerging growth company | ☒ | ||
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☐ No☒
The aggregate market value of registrant’s voting and non-voting common stock held by non-affiliates of registrant on June 30, 2023, the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter, was approximately $210,225,910, based upon the closing sale price of the registrant’s shares of common stock of $10.60 as reported on The Nasdaq Global Market. Shares of common stock held by each officer and director have been excluded in that such persons may be deemed to be affiliates. This determination of affiliate status is not a conclusive determination for other purposes.
As of March 26, 2024,49,096,535 shares of common stock, par value $0.0001 per share, were issued and outstanding.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
None.
COMPLETE SOLARIA, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
| PAGES | ||
|---|---|---|
| PART I. | 1 | |
| Item 1. | Business | 1 |
| Item 1A. | Risk Factors | 8 |
| Item 1B. | Unresolved Staff Comments | 34 |
| Item 1C. | Cybersecurity | 34 |
| Item 2. | Properties | 35 |
| Item 3. | Legal Proceedings | 35 |
| Item 4. | Mine Safety Disclosures | 35 |
| PART II. | 36 | |
| Item 5. | Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters, and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities | 36 |
| Item 6. | Reserved | 37 |
| Item 7. | Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 37 |
| Item 7A. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk | 50 |
| Item 8. | Financial Statements and Supplementary Data | 51 |
| Item 9. | Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure | 103 |
| Item 9A. | Controls and Procedures | 103 |
| Item 9B. | Other Information | 104 |
| Item 9C. | Disclosure Regarding Foreign Jurisdictions that Prevent Inspections | 104 |
| PART III. | 105 | |
| Item 10. | Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance | 105 |
| Item 11. | Executive Compensation | 110 |
| Item 12. | Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters | 125 |
| Item 13. | Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence | 134 |
| Item 14. | Principal Accountant Fees and Services | 135 |
| PART IV. | 136 | |
| Item 15. | Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules | 136 |
| Signatures | 138 | |
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SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K may constitute “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the federal securities laws. Our forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding our and our management team’s expectations, hopes, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intends,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “possible,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements, but the absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking.
| ● | our ability to recognize the anticipated benefits of the Business Combination (as defined below), which may be affected by, among other things, competition and our ability to grow and manage growth profitably following the closing of the Business Combination; |
| ● | our financial and business performance following the Business Combination, including financial projections and business metrics; |
| ● | changes in our strategy, future operations, financial position, estimated revenues and losses, projected costs, prospects and plans; |
| ● | our ability to meet the expectations of new and current customers, and our ability to achieve market acceptance for our products; |
| ● | our expectations and forecasts with respect to market opportunity and market growth; |
| ● | the ability of our products and services to meet customers’ compliance and regulatory needs; |
| ● | our ability to attract and retain qualified employees and management; |
| ● | our ability to develop and maintain its brand and reputation; |
| ● | developments and projections relating to our competitors and industry; |
| ● | changes in general economic and financial conditions, inflationary pressures and the resulting impact demand, and our ability to plan for and respond to the impact of those changes; |
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| ● | our expectations regarding our ability to obtain and maintain intellectual property protection and not infringe on the rights of others; |
| ● | our future capital requirements and sources and uses of cash; |
| ● | our ability to obtain funding for its operations and future growth; and |
| ● | our business, expansion plans and opportunities. |
Actual events or results may differ from those expressed in forward-looking statements. You should not rely on forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. We have based the forward-looking statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K primarily on our current expectations and projections about future events and trends that may affect our business, financial condition and operating results. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the section titled “Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Moreover, we operate in a very competitive and rapidly changing environment. New risks and uncertainties emerge from time to time, and we cannot predict all risks and uncertainties that could impact the forward-looking statements contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements may not be achieved or occur, and actual results, events or circumstances could differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements.
In addition, statements that “we believe” and similar statements reflect our beliefs and opinions on the relevant subject. These statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. While we believe that information provides a reasonable basis for these statements, that information may be limited or incomplete. Our statements should not be read to indicate that we have conducted an exhaustive inquiry into, or review of, all relevant information. These statements are inherently uncertain, and investors are cautioned not to unduly rely on these statements.
The forward-looking statements in this Annual Report on Form 10-K relate only to events as of the date the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this Annual Report on Form 10-K to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this Annual Report on Form 10-K or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. We may not achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. Our forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures, or investments.
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SUMMARY RISK FACTORS
| ● | Our management has identified conditions that raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. |
| ● | Our business depends in part on the availability of rebates, tax credits and other financial incentives. The expiration, elimination or reduction of these rebates, credits or incentives or the ability to monetize them could adversely impact the business. |
| ● | Existing regulations and policies and changes to these regulations and policies may present technical, regulatory, and economic barriers to the purchase and use of solar power products, which may significantly reduce demand for our products and services. |
| ● | Risks associated with a highly complex global supply chain, including from disruptions, delays, trade tensions, or shortages. |
| ● | We rely on net metering and related policies to offer competitive pricing to customers in many of our current markets and changes to net metering policies may significantly reduce demand for electricity from residential solar energy systems. |
| ● | We utilize a limited number of suppliers of solar panels and other system components to adequately meet anticipated demand for our solar service offerings. Any shortage, delay or component price change from these suppliers or delays and price increases associated with the product transport logistics could result in sales and installation delays, cancellations, and loss of market share. |
| ● | We provide warranties for solar system installations, solar panels, and other system components that may negatively impact overall profitability. |
| ● | We utilize third-party sales and installation partners whose performance could result in sales and installation delays, cancellations, and loss of market share. |
| ● | Risks associated with solar system installation and connection delays, including the potential for recoupment or clawback of payments by financing partners. |
| ● | Due to the general economic environment and any market pressure that would drive down the average selling prices of solar power products, among other factors, we may be unable to generate sufficient cash flows or obtain access to external financing necessary to fund operations and make adequate capital investments as planned. |
| ● | Our business substantially focuses on solar service agreements and transactions with residential customers. |
| ● | We have incurred losses and may be unable to achieve or sustain profitability in the future. |
| ● | Our business is concentrated in certain markets, including California, putting us at risk of region-specific disruptions. |
| ● | We depend on a limited number of customers and sales contracts for a significant portion of revenues, and the loss of any customer or cancellation of any contract may cause significant fluctuations or declines in revenues. |
| ● | We have identified a material weakness in our internal controls over financial reporting. If we cannot maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures, the accuracy and timeliness of our financial and operating reporting may be adversely affected, and confidence in our operations and disclosures may be lost. |
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