Mauritius Adds 405 MW New Renewable Energy to National Grid

Mauritius is accelerating its energy transition with a series of renewable energy projects that will add 405 megawatts (MW) to the national grid.

The Minister of Energy and Public Utilities, Patrick Gervais Assirvaden, announced the projects during a press conference at the Ministry in Port Louis. These initiatives, planned over the next three years, were developed in consultation with the Central Electricity Board, the Mauritius Renewable Energy Agency, and the Energy Efficiency Management Office.

The government aims to ease pressure on households and businesses amid an ongoing energy crisis worsened by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Minister Assirvaden highlighted plans to further open the sector to private investors to accelerate renewable energy deployment. A national sensitisation campaign will also be launched to promote responsible electricity consumption and raise awareness about the benefits of renewable energy.

Only projects incorporating battery storage systems will be prioritised, while regulatory changes are expected to reduce electricity wastage and support grid stability.

Among the key initiatives is a hybrid renewable energy facility combining a 100 MW battery energy storage system with a 120 MW solar photovoltaic system.

A floating solar PV farm is planned at Tamarind Falls Reservoir, with a capacity of 17.5 to 20 MW, under a government-to-government partnership with India’s National Thermal Power Corporation. The Agrivoltaics Scheme will be expanded, allowing farmers to continue agricultural activities while producing renewable energy, with 18 projects already approved from 39 applications.

The government also plans a 20 MW Carbon Neutral Scheme for the commercial sector, encouraging shopping malls and large enterprises to install solar PV on rooftops and parking areas. Wind turbines at Plaine des Roches will be extended by an additional 15 to 20 MW, and the Home Solar Project will target domestic households with systems of up to 10 kilowatts.

Additionally, 100,000 home solar kits will be installed with support from the Indian government. A 20 MW battery energy storage system will also be deployed to meet peak electricity demand between 18:00 and 21:00, starting from July 2026.

Minister Assirvaden noted that three major hybrid renewable energy projects, including the 30 MW Stor’Sun, are expected to be implemented by the private sector in September 2026. He said the projects will improve grid stability, facilitate renewable energy integration, and support a more resilient and sustainable energy future for Mauritius.