0.01%
Share of global GHG emissions
Based on data from Climate Watch (CAIT 2020), developed and maintained by the World Resources Institute. #97
Climate Vulnerability Index ranking
A higher number means a higher vulnerability to climate change. Based on the ND-GAIN Index (2021), developed by the University of Notre Dame. #63
Human Development Index ranking
A lower number means a better human development score. Based on the Human Development Index (2021), developed by UNDP. NDC Status
Mauritius submitted its updated NDC in October 2021.
Key highlights from the NDC
- In its updated NDC, Mauritius raised ambition to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% in 2030 compared to business-as-usual, instead of the initial NDC target of 30%.
- The government aims to achieve 60% of energy production from green sources by 2030, phasing out the use of coal and increasing energy efficiency by 10% based on a 2019 baseline.
- Domestic sources of public and private finance will fund 35% of the costs of climate action.
Adaptation and resilience areas in the NDC
- Tourism
- Biodiversity and ecosystem
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Coastal zones
- Health
- Infrastructure
- Disaster Risk Management
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