Cambridge Shade Tree Program

Cambridge Department of Public Works

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Free street tree planting program for Cambridge residents. Trees planted in public right-of-way adjacent to property provide shade, stormwater management, and energy savings through cooling.

Tree and planting provided free; energy savings value over tree lifetime

Key Details

  • Free street tree planting
  • Reduces summer cooling costs
  • Choice of appropriate species
  • City maintains for first 2 years
  • Applications accepted year-round

How to Apply

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Deadline: Applications accepted year-round, planted in Spring/Fall

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