Infrastructure
Cambridge has strengthened its climate resilience by upgrading stormwater and sewer systems, protecting drinking water supplies, and reinforcing critical infrastructure like energy and communications.
Specialized Stretch Energy Code
Cambridge adopted the Specialized Stretch Energy Code in January 2023, which requires builders, for both new construction and major renovations, to meet high performance standards, prepare buildings for all-electric heating and hot water systems, and make parking facilities ready for electric vehicle charging equipment.
Binney Street Stormwater Utility Improvements Construction Project
The City of Cambridge and DivcoWest, the developer of NorthPoint, will be implementing storm water infrastructure improvements on Binney Street. The new drainage system will be installed in Binney Street from Cardinal Medeiros Avenue to the area west of Galileo Galilei Way, through the park area to Broadway. The system will be owned and maintained by the City of Cambridge.
Get to Know Ranger Tim Puopolo
Get to know Tim Puopolo, Watershed Protection Ranger and Outreach Coordinator at Fresh Pond Reservation! No two days at Fresh Pond are the same for Tim, as he protects the City’s water supply and connects with community members of all ages.
GIS
Cambridge GIS is all about Cambridge spatial data. We are constantly working on creating, maintaining, and delivering to our users the most accurate and reliable GIS datasets we can. We supply datasets, services, and applications to City staff, as well as to visitors to our website and other departmental sites which host our maps and apps.