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Tree shade offers critical heat relief for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness

Phys.org · WORLD · Science · 11/3/2026, 8:20:05 AM

People experiencing unsheltered homelessness in Salt Lake City face hours of dangerous daytime heat and hot nights that offer little relief, according to a University of Utah study. Researchers also found that tree shade helps people feel measurably cooler, making it a critical resource for those without access to shelter.

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