Ma
Jun

Awardee

Country

China

Ma Jun advocates for the environment through design.

Themes
Environment / Climate emergency
Disciplines
Design
Visual Art
Media / Journalism
Awards
Archive - Prince Claus Laureate 2017

Profile

Ma Jun is a new media designer and an environmentalist based in China. Renowned for his advocacy in environmental protection and transparency, Ma Jun's work primarily revolves around combating pollution and promoting government accountability in environmental management. His groundbreaking project, the Blue Map app, allows users to view real-time data on water and air quality for thousands of factories across China, significantly empowering citizen activism and corporate accountability.Ma Jun's influence extends internationally through collaborations with global environmental agencies and his participation in high-profile environmental forums. His efforts have facilitated significant policy shifts towards more sustainable practices in numerous industries within China. Notably, his work has been recognized through various international accolades, including the Goldman Environmental Prize.