Fort Lauderdale installing electric-vehicle charging stations with wind turbines - Sun Sentinel

We heard a lot of talk about wind turbines as part of the beach renovation project, but in the end, nothing happened. A lot didn't happen like the cisterns and other items to make sure the building earned its LEED certification. Now there is some question whether it will meet the minimum requirements. Here, Ft. Lauderdale is using part of their stimulus money to fund electric car chargers, with a wind turbine component, in one of its parks. Click title for link to article. Oh, and did I mention that these wind turbines are 55 feet tall.

The wind turbines – with their curved, intertwining blades – look more like art sculptures than mechanical devices. And sitting on poles about 55 feet in the air, they'll be visible from Interstate 95.
"I think it's a great opportunity for education and outreach," Assistant City Manager Susanne Torriente said. "The more we can look at renewable energy options and alternatives, I think that's what the public wants."