Roots of Cool: A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World, a new exhibition running from July 12 to October 12 at Descanso Gardens, brings shade equity to life through a multisensory art experience.

This new tool pinpoints where shade is lacking across 360-plus cities and towns.

From boil-water advisories to direct infrastructure damage, findings underscore the need for equitable and resilient recovery.

Learn more about our newest team member and his role.