CAJ | 학술논문

The geomorphological environment is one of the most fundamental variables af-fecting the development of human society. The mission of geomorphological environment research is to explore the most basic environment and features of our Earth's surface mor-phology. The results can be applied to resource evaluation, environmental protection and reducing and preventing geological disasters. Thus, it can serve to help achieve sustainable development. This paper examines the Shenzhen east coastal zone as a case strongly in-fluenced by urban expansion. We use modern geomorphological theory and methods, along with GIS and RS techniques, to reveal key characteristics of the geomorphological environ-ment and landform classification. Furthermore, coastal ecosystem evaluation and regional resources sustainable utilization should be considered relative to the corresponding geo-morphological environment. Based on this study, we conclude that modern geomorphological theory and methods, supported by "3S" techniques including GIS, RS and GPS, can play an important role in resolving the environment, resources and population problems as well as sustainable development challenges facing humankind at present.