Alexander C. O’Donnell

Trash Gets a Second Chance at Harvard’s Recycling and Surplus Center

Harvard's Recycling and Surplus Center diverts waste from landfills while supplying an eclectic array of goods to university affiliates and local community members.

‘Imagine You’re A Water Drop’: A Bike Tour of Cambridge’s Watershed

We’ve all assembled to participate in the 9th annual Cycle To The Source tour of the Cambridge Watershed offered by CWD — a rare opportunity to bike the watershed’s route alongside Water Department staff.

Harvard Recycling 5

Harvard Recycling 4

Harvard Recycling 3

Cambridge Watershed 3

Cambridge's watershed system sits amidst residential communities int he towns of Lexington, Lincoln, Waltham and Weston.

Cambridge Watershed 2

Participants gather to learn about the Cambridge watershed, a uniquely self-sufficient system compared to other municipalities.

Cambridge Watershed 1

Reservoir caretakers provided refreshments at stops along the 35-mile tour.

Cambridge watershed cover

On October 15, the Cambridge Water Department hosted its 9th annual Cycle To The Source tour of the Cambridge Watershed.