Wind power for urban areas

I keep finding articles on wind power from machines that are not windmill shaped. How long before we see some really serious use of these kinds of designs? Or is there something about them that really is unsuitable? Have a look and make up your own mind

Turbulent flow is the enemy of traditional turbines. How about a non-traditional turbine?

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