One tree at a time: Denver nonprofit works to close shade gap as heat dome threatens neighborhoods

A Denver nonprofit, The Park People, is addressing the 'shade gap' by planting trees in underserved neighborhoods like Valverde, which has 9% canopy cover, as a heat dome threatens the region. Trees can reduce temperatures by 15-20 degrees, and the organization aims to plant 1,200-2,000 trees annually in 28 identified neighborhoods.