Smart City Concept in Mauritius
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https://doi.org/10.32015/JIBM/2020-12-1-3Keywords:
smart city, Mauritius, investmentsAbstract
In the article, the authors discuss the knowledge and implementation of the concept of smart cities in Mauritius. Through a focus interview with selected investors in Mauritius, the authors verified the extent to which the concept of smart cities is present in their investments, and the extent to which investors are familiar with the concept. The research found that not all focus group participants attach much importance to smart solutions. They do not consider smart solutions in their investments, but at the same time, the most important thing for all investment participants is the return and not the impact of the investment on society and the environment. In their view, smart solutions are often associated with higher costs, and if these costs are not reimbursed appropriately and quickly enough, they are not accepted by investors.
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