“Since its beginnings as the first rail line in Oberlin, the bike trail has connected both physical places and people travelling together”

“Environmental Dashboard enables residents to understand their electricity and water consumption, which in turn helps prevent overuse”

“There were lots of things to see and hear at Plum Creek”

“Showing people what they can do and how it matters is super important!”

“I think that's the biggest impact we can have; small efforts can make a big difference!”

“Even if it’s not affecting you, it doesn't mean it's not affecting other people”

“We have to take care of the environment because this is the only Earth we have to live on!”

Often the most effective ways to communicate about climate change are emotional and social norm-based approaches rather than rational

“My climate action plan is being vegan”

“It’s very empowering to see so many people our age, and people we can relate to, caring about the environment”

“We find great food in Cleveland and bring it to Oberlin - I love showcasing the small independent coffee roasters, bakeries and food artisans we work with”

“When I look at the Dashboard, I get that good feeling that people are doing good things”

“Our generation realizes that climate change is a problem we have to fix now”

“Oberlinians eat super local: almost 50% of residents grow some of their own food!”

“I love Ecolympics very much!”

“We have to realize that you can promote sustainability and have it be a huge cost-saving initiative in a business atmosphere”

“I am continuing to learn that you have to listen to the ideas and concerns of those who you are hoping to teach”

“Oberlin has a strong character - it’s not your typical community!”

“People have very interesting perspectives to contribute if they are given the space to do so”

“I love you can get anywhere by walking in Oberlin”