Mauritius and its Environment

Institute for Environmental and Legal Studies

To study the environment and its manifold interactions with human societies

	The aim of this site is to make available information, analysis and to offer views on Mauritius that, at times, run counter to the prevailing ideas and general consensus. Although this site is mainly in English certain sections are in French, a consequence of the bilingualism of Mauritius. About the Institute / Links / Site Map / Disclaimer / Local environmental organisations / E-mail us at iels@servihoo.com for any queries, suggestions or comments you may have. Please note that this web site is always under construction! Our 9^th newsletter is now available! Click here! Special single issue on “An Elementary Model to Assess the Impact of Different Levels of Oil Prices on the Mauritian Economy” – August 2012 CT Power, les IPP et le processus MID, quelles transitions énergétiques pour Maurice? Décembre 2012
A description of Mauritius and where it is to be found in the World! About Mauritius ; Coastal Zones; Economy; Energy Considerations; Environment; Fauna Flora; Forestry; Government; History The Lagoon; The Legal System and Environmental Laws Marine Resources; People & Culture Sugar cane cultivation and agriculture Tourism in Mauritius; Water Local Environmental News (most articles are in French) 1998 – 2005 - 2006 - 2007 - 2008 2009 – 2010 – 2011 - Discontinued	Maurice Iles Durables (MID) During the months of June and July 2011 we participated in the different working groups of the MID process. We had representatives on the energy and environment working groups. Government recently published the proceedings of the different working groups which can be found here: www.gov.mu/portal/sites/mid/document.htm The MID process will culminate in a Governmental white paper to be published in 2012.	New files or recently updated ones CT Power, les IPP et le processus MID, quelles transitions énergétiques pour Maurice? (22 Décembre 2012) Développement durable et production d’électricité : Charbon pas charbon? Maurice Iles Durables et Budget 2013 MID : Gone with the wind! (Platform Moris Lanvironnman November 2012) An Elementary Model to Assess the Impact of Different Levels of Oil Prices on the Mauritian Economy (August 2012) Mr Karim Jaufeerally: "Notre civilisation va vers son déclin" « La seule alternative qui nous reste c'est de changer notre mode de vie, d'économiser nos ressources en arrêtant d'adorer le veau d'or de la croissance" Article paru dans le Week-End | 15 janvier, 2012
Links of interest http://thearchdruidreport.blogspot.com/ An excellent blog about sustainability, nature, culture and the future of industrial society by John Michael Greer
The Different Environmental Stresses Afflicting Mauritius Agrochemical Usage Environmental Stresses Road Transport Solid Waste Sewage Network Tourism and the Environment	Case Studies in Environmental Management The Blue Bay Marine Park and Hotel Development Golf à l'île aux Cerfs Hôtel à La Prairie Chaines d'Hôtels à Bel Ombre Ile Aux Bénitiers	National Heritage / Patrimoine Le Jardin Botanique de Pamplemousses Téléphérique au Morne Projets à Agalega Biodiversité en danger Patrimoine en disparition Ecotourisme Ces Hôtels qui font peur Nature Trails in Mauritius A trail in the south of the island – February 2011
Global Environmental Issues Fossil Fuels and Human Civilisation Biodiversity Loss Climate Change Globalisation and the Environment Land Degradation and Agriculture Water Resources World Fisheries		Sustainable Living and Civilisation in the 21^st Century The Electronic Newsletter on Sustainability Issues (ENSI) The newsletter of the Institute Issues from 2008 to June 2012 are on line. A discussion about sustainable development and sustainability (December 2010)
Disclaimer Though the Institute has taken all reasonable steps to ensure the accuracy of the information presented on this web site, under no circumstances shall it be held liable by anyone who as a result of acting on this information suffers losses of any kind or form. No claim whatsoever will be entertained in that respect. Copyright Any party may copy, transmit, use and disseminate the information and photographs contained within this web site provided it be done on a non profit making basis and due mention of the source be made. Anyone using the contents of this web site for profit making purposes is liable to prosecution and may be sued in damages. Date on the Web: 22^nd of January 1998 Last Update: 22^nd of December 2012