Green Charging of Electric Vehicles in Mauritius

Mission and Vision

In an endeavor to help the Mauritian government achieve a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 40% in 2030 through a sustainable transport system, the Université des Mascareignes has embarked upon a very ambitious project which is the Smart and Sustainable Campus initiative in 2019. One of the main goals of the SSC project is to devise new methods for fostering the use of clean energies in all sectors of our economy. In this context, a team of 4 researchers at UdM, led by prof. Didier Aussel from Université de Perpignan, France, initiated the ‘Green Charging of Electric Vehicles’ project in collaboration with HSBC Ltd. and Business Mauritius.

Driving EV Adoption: The project aims to promote electric vehicle use in Mauritius by making charging stations more accessible and strategically distributed throughout the island. A traffic model tailored to local conditions has been developed to support this goal, alongside a nationwide survey of vehicle owners to gather valuable insights.
Empowering Clean Energy: A major focus is on optimizing solar energy for EV charging and facilitating the transition of public transport—including e-buses— to sustainable power sources. Ongoing research is assessing the feasibility of solar-based charging infrastructures.
Collaborative Impact: With funding from HSBC and support from partners like Business Mauritius, Leal Energie Ltd., the CEB, and the CNT, the three-year project has already made significant strides. A dedicated website has been developed, and outcomes have been shared through three workshops and one international webinar.