In Mauritius, the air is mild, the land is fertile, and the landscapes invite contemplation. However, in recent years, another reality has taken hold: that of an island rethinking its way of life, consumption, and production. Little by little, green living is taking root, driven by a new generation, local initiatives, and an urgent need to preserve what we love.
A growing awareness
It is not a secret: Mauritius is vulnerable. Global warming, pollution… All of this has a visible impact. But in the face of these challenges, attitudes are changing. There is more talk about organic farming, composting and short supply chains. More and more families are growing their own vegetables. Schools are taking up the issue and young people are getting involved. These are not yet revolutions, but they are very real small steps.
Local initiatives that make a difference
All over the island, projects that bring hope are emerging. Eco-friendly farms offering workshops, cooperatives promoting local products, NGOs reforesting certain areas or protecting mangroves.
There are also entrepreneurs who are rethinking tourism: eco-friendly lodges, nature hikes, local cuisine, zero plastic. And above all, ordinary Mauritians who are slowly changing their habits, often without making a fuss.
A lifestyle, not a trend
Living green in Mauritius is not just about sorting your waste or buying an eco-friendly bag. It is about changing the way you see the world. It is about consuming less, but better. It is about reconnecting with the earth, with the rhythm of the seasons, with what our grandparents already knew.
It is not always easy. We do what we can with what we have. But we feel that a movement is there, that it is growing, that it goes beyond passing fads. It is rooted in authenticity, in localism, in truth.
An island along the way
Mauritius will not become environmentally friendly overnight, that much is certain. There is still a long way to go, steps to take and time to invest. But one thing is certain: the transition is underway. And if everyone does their part, no matter how small, then perhaps we will succeed in preserving the treasure that is our island, for today and for tomorrow.
