Hundreds of trees to be felled for Cambridge bus route to tackle climate change

The city of Cambridge plans to tackle climate change by introducing a new bus route, but the move is causing controversy due to the planned felling of hundreds of trees. The route is intended to connect the new Eddington housing development on the city’s northwest edge to the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, and is part of a larger plan to improve public transportation options in the area. While supporters of the project argue that the new bus route will reduce carbon emissions and help to ease local congestion, many residents are concerned about the impact on the local environment. The plans involve removing almost 300 trees, including a number of mature trees that are vital to local wildlife habitats. Those opposed to the felling have staged protests to demand alternatives, but so far no changes have been made to the project. This move highlights the challenges of balancing environmental concerns with the need for improved transportation infrastructure, and raises questions about the wider impact of development plans on the natural world. As more cities seek to tackle climate change through public transportation initiatives, it is important to consider the potential impact on local ecosystems and find ways to mitigate these effects where possible.