Canopy Report
The Department of Public Works is excited to share the latest update to the City’s tree canopy assessment! The assessment was prepared by the University of Vermont’s Spatial Analysis Lab and analyzes changes to the tree canopy from 2018 through 2024. Our canopy experienced both loss and gains with an overall increase in Cambridge’s canopy by 5% from 2018 to 2024!
Miyawaki Miniforest Community Planting Day
Join the City, in partnership with Biodiversity for a Livable Climate (Bio4Climate), in planting its third Miyawaki miniforest on the grounds of the Peabody Elementary School.
Cambridge Life - Spring 2026
Our latest issue of Cambridge Life explores what are among our most valuable assets: the City’s parks and open spaces. They are essential to our community well being, environmental resilience, and the overall quality of urban life. From neighborhood tot lots to major destination parks, our valued green spaces provide residents with opportunities for recreation, relaxation, ecological learning, and connection with one another across all ages and backgrounds.
Importance of Water Conservation During Drought Periods
The Cambridge Water Department (CWD) carefully monitors the City’s water supply system on a weekly basis to ensure an adequate supply of water is available to meet the needs of our residents, businesses, and local organizations.
Removed Trees Map
This map shows the location of all trees on public property that have either been recently removed or will be scheduled to be removed.
Help Cambridge Street Trees Get Enough Water
With the dry weather for the past 3+ weeks and the projections for the next 10 days continuing to show minimal to no rain, please help our Cambridge street trees thrive and give them a drink! Street trees require lots of water to establish themselves and thrive. Our trees need your help to get enough water.
New Bin In Town
Information about the new curbside compost bin for residents
New Bin In Town
Information about the new curbside compost bin for residents