Salt River Project (SRP) is partnering with Trees Matter to give customers two free shade trees after they complete a free online class that teaches how to maximize the benefits of their trees.

In fiscal year 2026, SRP distributed nearly 6,000 free trees to customers. Since the initiative began in 2012, 33,000 customers have planted trees through the SRP Shade Tree Program.

When planted in strategic areas, shade trees can help reduce energy costs by up to 25%, improve air quality, increase property value and support local wildlife.

All trees offered through the program are desert-adapted species, which include Native Mesquite, Thornless Mesquite, Palo Verde, Willow Acacia, Desert Willow and Lilac Chaste. Participants will learn more about the benefits of each species and how to care for them during the online workshop. 

To participate in the program, the residential SRP electric customers must have the legal right to plant trees on the property and take care of the trees as needed. Before planting a tree, they must also call Arizona 811 to find out where existing underground lines are located. 

Registration for three SRP Free Shade Tree Program virtual workshops is now open. To learn more, visit srp.net/shadetrees.