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BURNMongabayJul 8, 2026

Seeking swordfish, catching dolphins and whales: EU pushes to rein in driftnets

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Final score
6.15
Confidence
8/10
Amount
6M CBWD

AI justification

EU policy action to regulate driftnets reduces marine bycatch and aligns with SDG 14. | The EU's push to regulate driftnets directly addresses the severe ecological harm caused by these nets, which indiscriminately kill marine mammals, sharks, and turtles. This action aligns with SDG 14 (Life Below Water) and planetary boundaries by reducing biodiversity loss and protecting endangered species.