“Oberlin is very environmentally aware. That's one of the great things about us”
“Northern Ohio is beautiful even in the middle of winter!”
“It's good to be a part of a community”
“During Ecolympics, the students would give the teachers conservation ideas. It was really nice to see the whole class involved winning”
“We don’t think enough about how difficult it is to change people’s behavior and the importance of how a message is delivered”
“Our core values of excellence through rigor, innovation, and challenge align with the City’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality”
“Lighting retrofits give the most light for the least amount of upfront cost and cost over lifetime. It is energy efficient and cost effective”
“Part of our goal is to bring people into our community to explore other Oberlin restaurants and shops”
“Oberlin is just a fantastic little place; you get to know everybody and everybody gets to know you. You’re not looked at as being different or strange”
“Starting young and getting young people involved is important. Soon, they're going to be in charge”
“Not many towns own their own electric utility. We do. So we can control where our electricity comes from”
“Oberlin is a great town for families - it’s easy to get around and get to know people. Everyone is so friendly!”
“I love the garden because no one will come and destroy it”
“Oberlin community’s identity as a leader has re-emerged in the context of another generation-defining challenge: climate change”
“We have enjoyed so many events in beautiful and historic Oberlin that we wanted our wedding to be here too!”
“Be motivated by what you care about”
“Being Oberlin’s Energy Advocate is not just a job, 9-5, I kind of live it and breathe it”
“We're not gonna depend on forces outside of Oberlin. We’re gonna see what we can do inside of Oberlin to create something sustainable”
“If a kid is in my Environmental Science class or in any class about environmental issues, they take those thoughts and lessons home”
“Oberlin townspeople uphold and contribute to a culture of mutual aid and activism and support that naturally attracts other like-minded people”