University Professor and researcher, Carlos Moreno earned international recognition thanks to his major contribution and pioneer concepts, bringing an innovative perspective on urban issues (Human Smart City, 15-MinuteCity,30-MinuteTerritory). In June 2022, he is leading the launch of the Global Observatory of proximities at the World Urban Forum #WUF11with UN-Habitat, C40 Cities, UCLG and other partners.

Throughout his career, he has received several awards and accolades, including: Chevalier de la Légion d’Honneur (France,2010); Foresight Medal by the French Academy of Architecture (France,2019); ObelAward by the Henrik Frode Obel Foundation (Denmark, 2021); Leadership Award, Smart City Expo World Congress (Spain, 2021); European Congress of Local Governments Prize (Poland, 2022); World Pioneer Awards for Building Better Lives », FIABCI (Paris, 2022); International Mobility Award, Empresas por la movilidad sostenible (Madrid, 2022); UN-HABITAT Scroll of Honour Award, UN-HABITAT (Balikesir, 2022).