Maurice Ile Durable (MID) deliver sustainable growth, with a vision for Mauritius to become a model of sustainable development. Announced in 2008, the roots of MID lie in the Government’s response to the global energy crisis of 2007. However, MID now aims to facilitate economic growth that respects the limitations of natural resources; a growth that is delivered by an empowered population, able to grasp the new opportunities of a green economy; and to distribute wealth equitably. The MID process follows the Green Paper in April 2011. It has been highly participatory, taking on board the aspirations of the society at large, in order to create a strong sense of belonging to the nation.
The goal of MID is to achieve sustainable development. A specific goal has been set for each of the five ‘Es’:
- Energy– to ensure that the Republic of Mauritius is an efficient user of energy, with its economy decoupled from fossil fuel.
- Environment – to ensure sound environmental management and sustainability of our ecosystem services.
- Employment/Economy– to green the economy with decent jobs, offering longterm career prospects.
- Education– to have an education system that promotes the holistic development of all citizens.
- Equity – to ensure that all citizens are able to contribute to the Republic’s continuing growth and share its combined wealth.