Catch the Wind launches trial program with the Nebraska Public Power District

Program will demonstrate wind sensing technology and the benefits of
    optimal turbine alignmentMANASSAS, VA, March 16 /CNW/ - Catch the Wind Ltd. (TSX-V: CTW.S)
announced today that its Vindicator(R) laser wind sensor will be used by the
Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) as part of a trial program designed to
evaluate how using forward measurement of wind speed and direction to
optimally align wind turbines with the approaching wind can reduce the
off-axis stress loads on turbines. Catch the Wind believes that this reduction
in off-axis loading will result in reduced maintenance costs and extended
component lifetime.
    "This field trial represents a pivotal step in our path towards the
commercialization of the Vindicator," said Phil Rogers, President and CEO,
Catch the Wind. "Testing the Vindicator in an operating wind field will allow
us to showcase its full capabilities and demonstrate how the proper alignment
of a wind turbine can deliver significant benefits to wind farm operators as
well as to original equipment manufacturers responsible for a turbine's
warranty and related repair costs."
    Catch the Wind is focused on making wind energy more profitable. The
company is commercializing new technology that is designed to improve the
performance of a turbine through the effective forward measurement of the
wind, resulting in more energy production and reduced maintenance costs.
    The trial program will take place at the NPPD's Ainsworth Wind Energy
Facility. The facility has 36 large wind turbines, each capable of generating
up to 1.65 megawatts of energy, for a combined total of 59.4 megawatts. Based
on average annual consumption, a 60-megawatt wind facility can generate enough
electricity to serve approximately 19,000 homes.

    About the Nebraska Public Power District

    NPPD's mission is to safely generate and deliver low-cost reliable energy
and provide outstanding customer service. Working in partnership with the
state's rural public power districts, cooperatives and municipalities, NPPD
helps serve an estimated 1 million Nebraskans with retail or wholesale
electric power and energy-related products and services. For more information
about NPPD visit www.nppd.com.

    About Catch the Wind Ltd.

    Catch the Wind Ltd. is a high-growth technology company headquartered in
Manassas, Virginia. The company was founded in 2008 to develop and manufacture
the Vindicator(R) laser wind sensor and other laser sensor products.
    Catch the Wind serves the commercial market sector for laser based wind
sensor systems, recognized as the "gold standard" in wind measurement. The
company is focused on becoming a major contributor in making clean, renewable
wind energy more affordable and profitable. For more information, visit
www.catchthewindinc.com.

    Forward-Looking Information

    This news release includes certain forward-looking statements within the
meaning of Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements involve risks,
uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results, performance,
prospects and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed in such
forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements in this news release,
include, but are not limited to, economic performance and future plans and
objectives of Catch the Wind. Any number of important factors could cause
actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements as
well as future results. Although Catch the Wind believes that the assumptions
and factors used in making the forward-looking statements are reasonable,
undue reliance should not be placed on these statements, which only apply as
of the date of this news release, and no assurance can be given that such
events will occur in the disclosed timeframes or at all. Catch the Wind
disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking
statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as
    that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts
    responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

For further information: Catch the Wind Ltd., Claudia Jaques, Vice
President and General Counsel, [phone], [e-mail];
The Equicom Group, Joe Racanelli, Investor Relations, [phone] ext. 243,
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