NXT Announces Grant of Incentive Stock Options

Rhea-AI Summary

NXT Energy Solutions Inc. announced the grant of 2,050,000 incentive stock options priced at $0.216 to its employees, officers, and directors. The options will vest upon the achievement of specific cash collection milestones: 1/3 after US$6.5 million, another 1/3 after US$7.0 million, and the final 1/3 after an additional US$7.5 million. This strategy aims to retain and motivate the team to reach growth targets. NXT specializes in technology for hydrocarbon and geothermal exploration using its SFD^® survey system, which is designed for efficient, environmentally friendly exploration.

Positive

• Granting 2,050,000 stock options may improve employee retention and motivation.
• The vesting milestones align with NXT's growth targets, potentially leading to increased revenue.
• SFD^® survey system offers environmentally friendly exploration methods, enhancing competitive advantage.

Negative

• Dependency on achieving cash collection milestones may pose risks if targets are not met.
• No immediate financial metrics or guarantees of revenue generation mentioned in the announcement.

CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX: SFD; OTCQB: NSFDF) announces the grant of 2,050,000 incentive stock options at a price of $0.216 to employees, officers and directors. The incentive stock options will vest upon receipt of cash for SFD^® services performed: 1/3 upon collection of US$6.5 million, 1/3 upon the collection of the next US$7.0 million and the final 1/3 upon collection of an additional US$7.5 million. The vesting milestones have been set to be consistent with our near term expectations for growth of the business, and are intended to retain and incentivize NXT’s dedicated and highly qualified team to achieve these targets.

About NXT Energy Solutions Inc.

NXT Energy Solutions Inc. is a Calgary-based technology company whose proprietary SFD^® survey system utilizes quantum-scale sensors to detect gravity field perturbations in an airborne survey method which can be used both onshore and offshore to remotely identify traps and reservoirs with hydrocarbon and geothermal exploration potential. The SFD^® survey system enables our clients to focus their exploration decisions concerning land commitments, data acquisition expenditures and prospect prioritization on areas with the greatest potential. SFD^® is environmentally friendly and unaffected by ground security issues or difficult terrain and is the registered trademark of NXT Energy Solutions Inc. NXT Energy Solutions Inc. provides its clients with an effective and reliable method to reduce time, costs, and risks related to exploration.

Contact Information

For investor and media inquiries please contact:

Eugene Woychyshyn	George Liszicasz
Vice President of Finance & CFO	President & CEO
302, 3320 – 17th AVE SW	302, 3320 – 17th AVE SW
Calgary, AB, T3E 0B4	Calgary, AB, T3E 0B4
+1 403 206 0805	+1 403 206 0800
nxt_info@nxtenergy.com	nxt_info@nxtenergy.com
www.nxtenergy.com	www.nxtenergy.com

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain information provided in this press release may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities laws. Forward-looking information typically contains statements with words such as "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "will", "expect", "plan", "schedule", "intend", "propose" or similar words suggesting future outcomes or an outlook. Forward-looking information in this press release includes, but is not limited to, information regarding: the Company’s growth targets and incenting and retaining personnel. Although the Company believes that the expectations and assumptions on which the forward-looking statements are based are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements because the Company can give no assurance that they will prove to be correct. Since forward-looking statements address future events and conditions, by their very nature they involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated due to a number of factors and risks. Risk factors facing the Company and the Rights Offering are described in its most recent Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2021 and MD&A for the three and nine month periods ended September 30, 2022, which have been filed electronically by means of the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval ("SEDAR") located at www.sedar.com. The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date hereof, and except as may be required by applicable securities laws, the Company assumes no obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements made herein or otherwise, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

FAQ

What are the terms of the stock options granted by NXT Energy Solutions Inc. (NSFDF)?

NXT granted 2,050,000 stock options priced at $0.216, vesting upon achieving cash collection milestones of US$6.5 million, US$7.0 million, and US$7.5 million.

How does the SFD^® survey system work for NXT Energy Solutions Inc. (NSFDF)?

The SFD^® survey system utilizes quantum-scale sensors in an airborne method to identify potential hydrocarbon and geothermal reservoirs.

What is the purpose of the stock options granted by NXT (NSFDF)?

The stock options are intended to retain and incentivize NXT's qualified team to achieve specified financial milestones.