Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue in the first quarter of 2025 totaled $2,000,000, an increase of 111% from $1,000,000 in the prior year period [20] - Gross profit for the first quarter of 2025 was $500,000, or 24.5% of revenue, compared to $200,000, or 22.9% of revenue in the prior year period [20] - Net loss in the first quarter of 2025 totaled $1,200,000, a 47.5% improvement from a net loss of $2,200,000 in the prior year period [21] - Cash and cash equivalents were $1,100,000 as of March 31, 2025, compared to $500,000 as of December 31, 2024 [22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company has begun shipments in the home energy storage solutions (HESS) vertical, which is expected to benefit from a fast-growing battery energy storage market [8] - The E360 product line has shown sales growth, indicating a preferred conversion solution for lead-acid batteries [6] - The RV market is recovering, with total RV shipments increasing by 14% in the first quarter of 2025 [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The home energy market is projected to surpass $123 billion globally by 2029, indicating significant growth potential [19] - The company is exploring partnerships to enhance its manufacturing capabilities and mitigate tariff impacts, particularly with NeaVolta [9][26] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to onshore the manufacturing of its components to mitigate tariff risks and enhance production capabilities [12][26] - A focus on expanding the addressable market with E360 home energy storage solutions began production and shipments in January 2025 [25] - The company is actively working to diversify its supply chain to avoid tariffs and increase margins [25] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the growth trajectory for 2025 and beyond, with substantial purchase orders and new customer interest [23] - Meetings in Washington regarding onshoring efforts were described as encouraging, with strong support for increasing U.S. manufacturing investment [31] Other Important Information - The company closed a registered direct offering and concurrent private placement with institutional investors in January 2025, raising approximately $2,600,000 [11] - The company has prepared for growth by building up inventory early in the quarter before new tariffs were introduced [12] Q&A Session Summary Question: How will the onshoring of a cell plant help financially? - Onshoring will provide access to cells at a cost-plus basis, increasing margins without tariff threats, and will also generate royalties from cell sales [29] Question: What would the financial burden be for constructing a domestic cell plant? - The company will provide technology and manage the project, while the partner bears the financial burden and capital requirements [30] Question: How did the meetings in Washington go? - The meetings were very positive, with strong support for onshoring efforts and U.S. manufacturing investment [31]