Innovative Geospatial Information and Earth Observation (GEO) Techniques for Sustainable Development

Dear Colleagues,

With the rapid progression of urbanization and heightened public attention to urban issues, observations from space, air, and land provide extensive technical methods for understanding urban environments and advancing urban sustainability. We are expecting innovative Geospatial Information and Earth Observation (GEO) techniques can offer timely, comprehensive, and diverse earth observation data for urban sustainable development on aspects such as urban environment, infrastructure, and habitability. Moreover, we are concerned about how to capture and evaluate citizens’ perceptions, awareness, and assessments regarding their living space, encompassing experiences related to urban design, the natural and social environment, public services, and life quality.

This Special Issue aims to demonstrate the innovative geospatial information and earth observation technologies in the field of urban sustainable development. The use of these technologies aligns with the journal’s scope by providing innovative methods, tools, and data for urban governance, contributing to decision-making processes, and enhancing the quality of life for urban residents.

Suggested Themes:

• Urban Environmental Intelligent Perception Technology;
• Urban Environment and Resident Adaptability;
• Urban Mobility and Sustainable Transportation;
• Sustainable National Spatial Planning;
• Urban Resilience and Social Resilience.

Suggested Article types:

• Research article, methodology article, and review article.

Dr. Chao Yang
Prof. Dr. Jie Chen
Prof. Dr. Chaogui Kang
Prof. Dr. Liang Hong
Prof. Dr. Phaedon C. Kyriakidis
Guest Editors

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• earth observation
• geospatial sensor web
• citizen sensing
• sustainable transport
• land use change
• urban resilience
• nature-based solutions