Addison is the first Texas municipality to build a self-powered water tower at Arapaho Road and Surveyor Boulevard that doubles as a piece of art. The project represents a collaboration between the town’s public works and parks departments, the Fort Worth engineering firm, Freese and Nichols, and Dallas artist Brad Goldberg.

Ten, eight-foot wind turbines on top of the tower provide enough energy to run the tower, as well as the streetlights on Arapaho Road. The project also includes a classroom at the base of the tower where people can learn about wind generation and water distribution.

Addison has made a commitment to becoming a leader in sustainable development. In addition to using hybrid electrical vehicles, the city uses bio-diesel fuel in many of their non-public safety diesel engines and new buildings must meet sustainable standards.

The city has adopted the Clean Air Policy of the North Central Texas Council of Governments and is a member of the Sierra Club’s Cool Cities, comprised of cities that have made a commitment to curb global warming by implementing smart energy solutions to save money and build a cleaner, safer future.

For more information, call 972-450-7001 or visit AddisonGreen.info.