“Success for me would be passing Lorenzo’s to future generations”
“l love that some of our crops at Legion Community Field are put in food banks and distributed to the community”
“Having a garden is definitely a super power!”
“Oberlin community members care about where their food is coming from and that it is sustainably sourced”
“Sampling Plum Creek was a great way to learn about water quality! Now I really notice how the Creek is affected by the rain”
“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”
“It is important for kids of all ages to engage in sustainable habits because it is preparing them for what they should be doing in the future”
“My family will benefit from Oberlin’s Climate Action Plan by creating a better world for my grandchildren”
“I think that's the biggest impact we can have; small efforts can make a big difference!”
“The sense of community is my favorite thing about Oberlin for sure - the friendships I’ve made with co-workers, customers and their kids”
“You can walk or bike anywhere in Oberlin”
“Ohio followed science to flatten our COVID curve; to address the climate crisis in time the federal government has to do the same”
“Oberlin has been designated as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation for 19 years”
“Communities are living systems. Giving each member a voice so that their impact and influence on the community can be heard is important!”
“There is a focus on what we do in Oberlin that gives us a platform to present solutions to the world”
“Where does that money go when you shop here in Oberlin? It goes directly back into the community”
“Oberlin is a small town with a diverse population”
“...there is no guarantee that all of the resources that we draw from the earth will always be here”
“I’m more in the mindset that if I can’t find what I need in Oberlin… I probably don’t really need it that much”
“My personal climate action plan is to change to LED bulbs in my house”