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First City to Invest in Local Solar Using Contributions from Cambridge Community Electricity Program
The 243kW solar installation is expected to generate 280,000kWhrs of electricity annually. Over its lifetime, the solar installation’s carbon-free electricity will reduce global warming emissions by over 4 million pounds.
Textiles and Mattresses Banned from Trash Disposal
The City of Cambridge offers a free Mattress Recycling Program, but pickup must be scheduled. Residents can schedule a textiles pickup or use one of 12 drop-off sites.
Championing Sustainability & Improving Our Community
Urban Forest Canopy. Continued implementation of the Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP) guides development of Cambridge’s tree assets and enables the City to expand the urban forest canopy and be more resilient to climate change.
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