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Trees can help Phoenix become a cooler, healthier, and more livable city. They can reduce air temperature by up to 10 degrees Fahrenheit, improve air quality, and provide shade. There are a number of challenges to planting trees in Phoenix, but the city is making progress in its goal of planting more trees. With the efforts of the city, organizations, and individuals, Phoenix can become a city that is cooler, healthier, and more livable for everyone.