Peter Glavič, Prof Emeritus, graduated with degrees in Chemical Technology and in Economics and Business; he earned his master's and doctoral degrees in Chemistry. He held managerial positions in process industries for nine years. His research focuses on process systems in engineering, environmental engineering, education, and sustainable development. Peter has participated in research projects financed by the EU, NATO, ARRS, and various companies. He was a member of the Slovenian Parliament for eight years and has been vice-rector and chairman of several professional bodies. He was president of the Slovenian Academy of Engineering and has been a member of many international scientific committees, editorial boards, professional bodies, and program and organizational committees at international conferences.