Note 11 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Detail) - Estimated Future Amortization Expense Related to Other Intangible Asset (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 31, 2012	Dec. 31, 2011
2013	$ 570
2014	570
2015	563
2016	0
	$ 1,703	$ 2,565	[1]

[1] As adjusted to reflect the balances of Solar Power, Inc. beginning March 31, 2011, at the carrying value of LDK as required under the accounting guidelines for a transfer of an entity under common control (refer to Note 5 -Acquisition of Solar Green Technology).