Abstract: Taking the Great Pearl River Delta urban agglomeration as an example, this paper evaluated the harmonious development of urban economy and environment based on the environmental priority principle. The results indicated the improved coordination degree assessment method was more simple, understandable, and operable. The assessment results could effectively reveal the real status and diversity of the urban economy and environmental development. The coordination degree in Great Pearl River Delta urban agglomeration was spatially in the shape of “hamburger”. From exterior to interior, the relationship in industrial functions among cities was of server and tobe served, and that in resource use was of supply and occupation. This study could provide a scientific reference to the decision-making departments on the coordination of economy and environmental development.

Key words: Landscape pattern, Landscape changes, Driving force, Shenzhen