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Proper care for newly planted Replacement Trees helps to ensure they will thrive and expand the City’s urban forest.

The Cambridge Climate Leaders Initiative will discuss the book Twelve Trees: The Deep Roots of Our Future by Daniel Lewis.

The Urban Forestry Division is responsible for implementing a program of arboriculture for over 19,000 of Cambridge's public trees.

Public hearing to consider the removal of public trees. Any objections to their removal must be submitted in writing to the City Arborist prior to or during the hearing.

The City has significantly increased the number of trees it plants annually. The City collects and recycles more than 9,000 tons of materials annually. By stopping food waste from going to a landfill, we prevent greenhouse gas emissions.

In 2024, the Urban Forestry Division of Cambridge Public Works planted 1,250 new trees and removed 5,000 square feet of pavement to create better planting conditions, enhancing the city's green infrastructure. The Division maintained a strong tree survival rate, with only 3.5% mortality for spring plantings, and expanded community engagement through the revamped Cambridge Urban Forest Friends newsletter, which saw over 105% subscriber growth. Residents can support the city's urban forest by becoming an Urban Forest Friend or subscribing to the newsletter.

The City of Cambridge has released its annual Fall Foliage Map, now available to residents and visitors.

State law protecting public shade trees

Cambridge Arts Holiday Art Market

Shade from trees and buildings significantly reduces surface temperatures.