Joey Papa

Joey Papa is a freelance writer in Tampa, FL, where he lives with his wife and son and daughter. Writing is more than a job for Joey; it's a way to express his passion and convictions through the written word.

His favorite subjects to write about are health and wellness, travel and creative writing.

May 3, 2010

Homemade Natural Pesticides

Applying pesticide to your garden does not have to involve harsh chemicals.
April 26, 2010

How to Find Locally Sourced Foods

It is really as easy as paying attention to your community.
April 26, 2010

Buy More Food, Use Less Packaging

You may not be able to give up your favorite snacks, but you can give up their unnecessary packaging.
April 22, 2010

The History of Earth Day

Earth Day’s short history evolved from a simple grassroots movement to a full-fledged national day of observance.
April 21, 2010

Make the Most of Earth Day

Earth Day can be a family affair. Teach your children the importance of caring for our planet.
April 15, 2010

Affordable Spring Eco-Fashion

Several big-name clothing companies are going green, helping you save green compared to boutique styles.
April 14, 2010

Making Green by Going Green

High-end designers are greening their clothing lines, but is the motivation another kind of green?
April 12, 2010

Pepsi’s Eco Challenge

The company is challenging its customers to reduce, reuse and recycle toward a 2015 company-wide goal.
April 8, 2010

A Brief Overview of the Recycling Process

From the recycling bin back to the store shelves, it takes many steps to complete the recycling process.
April 7, 2010

Plastic Recycling Numbers: What do They Mean?

Figuring out what you can (and can’t) do with different plastics is tricky. Luckily, the handy plastics recycling number system can help.
March 29, 2010

Styrofoam vs. Paper Cups: Which is More Eco-Friendly?

When comparing paper and Styrofoam cups, the eco-friendliest may surprise you.
March 25, 2010

A Recycling Makeover — Bath and Beauty Companies That Recycle

A few notable body product companies are reducing, reusing and recycling their way to the top.