“Teachers in Oberlin City Schools inspired me everyday. Their optimism and willingness to discuss important issues with their students fills me with hope for our future”
“It’s a privilege and an honor to work in Ohio’s first green fire station and for a community that takes great pride in sustainability”
“I love you can get anywhere by walking in Oberlin”
“Helping children gain knowledge and think about how they can see things differently is something we do at the library”
“I like to think that whatever I put down my drain, I may drink someday. That way you hold yourself accountable”
“Sharing the planet means to make sure the environment is clean”
“You never know what is going to be around any corner, Oberlin is never boring”
“We’ve gone from fluorescent light bulbs to LED because we are concerned about what our carbon footprint looks”
“I’m learning how important it is to get to know the community you are a part of”
“Oberlin is an oasis”
“We can help improve the water clarity in Plum Creek by stopping pollution”
“I love the garden because no one will come and destroy it”
“I try to do everything I can - recycling, avoiding plastic, putting up solar panels, and composting in my garden”
“I think that's the biggest impact we can have; small efforts can make a big difference!”
“I love cultural events, and those are going on all the time in Oberlin”
“Oberlin taught me to seek environmental opportunities wherever life takes me”
“Oberlin is unique. But if you can engage and make your business work here, you can succeed anywhere!”
“I just like to smell and breathe in the beautifulness of Earth”
“We’re raising awareness about the future! Later is too late!”
“In the Oberlin-Wellington rescue Oberlin residents helped free the escaped slave John Price. We walked that same route to celebrate the 150th anniversary”
