Over 2 years, across Miami-Dade, more than 9,000 trees reveal a hidden journey of heat: Mature canopies can pull temperatures down by 10°F, turning scorching streets into cooler urban spaces for residents

Trees offer significant cooling benefits to urban areas. FIU researchers found that tree canopy coverage can reduce temperatures by ten degrees. The effectiveness of trees depends on species, size, and location. Protecting mature trees is as important as planting new ones. Miami aims to increase its tree canopy to combat extreme heat.