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5. DEBT (Details Narrative) (USD $) | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2012 | Sep. 30, 2011
Recorded interest notes payable, related party | $ 45,000 | $ 60,000
Kinergy |  |
Unused availability under the revolving credit facility | 4,200,000 |
Plant Owners |  |
Unused availability under the revolving credit facility | 700,000 |
Increased borrowings under line of credit | $ 16,522,000 |

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