Andrea Raggi is full professor of Industrial Ecology and related issues at the Dept. of Economic Studies, University "G. d'Annunzio", Pescara, Italy. For almost 3 decades, he has carried out academic research and teaching. His research perspective includes environmental management systems, life cycle sustainability assessment, industrial ecology. His research is mainly of an interdisciplinary nature, also involving engagement with stakeholders (mainly industry); he has participated in various research projects involving multi- and inter-disciplinary collaborations, both at a national and international level.