Mauritius Environment & Climate News
From cyclone warnings and coral reef conservation to climate change policy and marine protected areas, MauritiusNews.com covers the environmental issues that matter most to this island nation, including lagoon pollution, invasive species, and the drive toward renewable energy.
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Is Winter Finally Over in Mauritius? What the Data Shows
Mauritius does not follow the four-season calendar familiar to much of the world. Instead, the island operates on two distinct seasons: a ho…
Gusts Up to 50 km/h Expected Across Mauritius Today
Mauritius is set to experience strong wind gusts of up to 50 kilometres per hour, according to a forecast issued by the Mauritius Meteorolog…
Mauritius Minister Urges Public to Report Illegal Dumping Sites
Mauritius's Environment Minister Rajesh Bhagwan has issued a public appeal urging residents to report illegal dumping of waste, known locall…
Mauritius Reservoir Levels Drop to 62% as Dry Season Bites
Mauritius is facing a significant water shortage heading into the final weeks of September 2026, with reservoir levels well below where they…
Why Can't Mauritius Be as Clean as Other Islands, Asks Bhagwan
A pointed question is making rounds in Mauritian public debate: why does an island nation that markets itself as a paradise destination stru…
Mauritius Weather: Sunny Morning, Cloudy Afternoon Ahead
Mauritius is set for a mixed day of weather, beginning with a bright and sunny morning before clouds gradually move in as the day progresses…
Mare-aux-Vacoas Could Hit Critical 20% Level by February 2027
Mauritius's main reservoir, Mare-aux-Vacoas, is continuing to drain at an alarming rate, and if current trends hold, it could become operati…
Mauritius Weather: Morning Showers to Clear Up This Afternoon
Mauritius is waking up to a damp start on Wednesday, with scattered showers expected across parts of the island during the morning hours. Ho…
Mauritius Water Crisis: Mare-aux-Vacoas Falls Below 40% Capacity
Mauritius is facing a deepening water shortage, with the island's reservoirs at critically low levels heading into the final stretch of the …
CEB Launches Wind-Battery Hybrid Tender to Power Mauritius's Green Shift
Could wind energy become the next major pillar of Mauritius's clean energy future? The Central Electricity Board (CEB), the state-owned util…
CEB Plans 15 to 20 MW Wind Energy Project
Mauritius is taking a significant step toward energy independence as the Central Electricity Board (CEB) prepares to develop a wind energy p…
Heavy Swell Warning Lifted for Mauritius Islands
Mauritius' meteorological authorities have officially lifted the heavy swell warning that had been in place for the main island of Mauritius…
Maurice dévoile son Indice de vulnérabilité côtière
L'Université des Mascareignes a franchi une étape majeure dans la protection du littoral mauricien en dévoilant l'Indice de vulnérabilité cô…
Mauritius Under Strong Anticyclone Influence
Mauritius remains under the grip of a strong anticyclone, bringing with it a period of settled and predominantly fair weather across the isl…
Hybrid Vehicles: 65,321 Registered in Mauritius
Mauritius has recorded 65,321 hybrid vehicle registrations over a span of 16 years, according to figures reported by Le Défi Media. While th…
Cold Snap: 80 km/h Gusts Hit Mauritius Highlands
Mauritius is experiencing a sharp cold spell, with the central plateau bearing the brunt of challenging weather conditions. Wind gusts reach…
Mauritius Power Mix: Solar Soars, Coal Creeps Back
Mauritius produced 247.09 million kWh of electricity in June, according to figures reported by Le Défi Media, painting a complex picture of …
Strong Anticyclone Brings Cold Snap to Mauritius
Mauritius is experiencing a significant shift in weather conditions as a strong anticyclone system settles over the region, bringing with it…
L'ONU pointe les failles du budget 2026-2027
Alors que les effets du changement climatique s'intensifient dans le sud-ouest de l'océan Indien, un rapport d'évaluation des Nations Unies …
Mauritius Faces Water Shortage Risk by 2030
A recent United Nations report has sounded the alarm over a growing global water shortage, warning that demand for freshwater could outstrip…
Coastal Flooding: Mauritius Must Rethink Its Approach
For too long, coastal flooding in Mauritius has been met with crisis responses, emergency clean-ups, temporary road closures, and sympatheti…
Strong Swell Warning Issued for Mauritius
Mauritius is currently under a strong swell warning issued by the Mauritius Meteorological Services, alerting residents, fishermen, and tour…
August 2026: Hottest Month Ever Recorded
August 2026 has officially been recorded as the hottest month in human history, according to international climate monitoring data reported …
Jakarta Airport Reopens After Krakatau Eruption
Jakarta's main international airport has reopened following a period of significant disruption caused by the eruption of Anak Krakatau, the …
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main environmental issues in Mauritius?−
Key environmental challenges include coral reef bleaching from ocean warming, plastic pollution in lagoons, invasive species threatening native wildlife, deforestation, and the impact of coastal development on marine ecosystems. The government has committed to net-zero emissions by 2070.
When is the cyclone season in Mauritius?−
The cyclone season runs from November to April, with the peak risk period being January to March. Mauritius Meteorological Services issues class warnings from 1 (distant threat) to 4 (imminent severe cyclone) as storms approach.
Are there coral reefs around Mauritius?−
Yes, Mauritius is surrounded by a barrier reef enclosing a turquoise lagoon. The reefs are home to hundreds of marine species but face threats from warming sea temperatures, bleaching events, and anchor damage. Several Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have been established to safeguard them.
What renewable energy does Mauritius use?−
Mauritius generates electricity primarily from coal and diesel, but is expanding solar, wind, and bagasse (sugarcane waste) generation. The government aims for 60% renewable energy by 2030 as part of its climate commitments under the Paris Agreement.