He was President of AiCARR for 2 terms, 1984-1989 and one of the founding fathers of the Federation and instrumental in the development of AiCARR-REHVA relationship, enthusiastic supporter of many common events. Mario was promoter of CLIMA 2000 programme and congress (Milano 1975 and Napoli 2001), mastered AiCARR organization, but also teacher to young students and always friend to all Society members. He leaves an unforgettable example of professionalism and involvement.