Editor profile

Julian Sterling

贸易与流动高级分析师

Julian Sterling examines logistics flows and cross-border trade within Europe. He analyzes regional supply chain synergy and the evolution of European mobility networks.

julian.sterling@europebusinessreview.org

Bylined articles

Green Industry

European Carbon Offset Market: Regulatory-Driven Growth and Trust Challenges

The European carbon offset market will reach $437 billion in 2025 and is expected to grow to $1.27 trillion by 2034. This article analyzes the policy drivers behind market growth, corporate strategic transformation, and quality integrity issues, revealing the evolution of the European carbon market from compliance to voluntary.

Julian Sterling3 min read
Trade And Mobility

Rhine River Water Level Drop: A New Concern for European Industrial Competitiveness

The low water level of the Rhine is not an isolated environmental warning, but a structural issue affecting freight, fuel, and chemical supplies in Germany and Northwestern Europe. This article analyzes its far-reaching impact on European industrial competitiveness, supply chain resilience, and climate adaptation policies.

Julian Sterling3 min read
Green Industry

ESG Report Standardization Accelerates: 2024 Data Shows Global Enterprises Moving Toward Unified Framework

Based on the latest reports from IFAC, AICPA, and CIMA, global ESG reporting in 2024 shows a significant standardization trend, with adoption rates of the ISSB and ESRS frameworks doubling, while the use of traditional frameworks declines. This article analyzes the impact of this trend on European corporate compliance strategies and global competitiveness.

Julian Sterling2 min read
Green Industry

Volkswagen 2030/2050 Roadmap: A Model of Green Competitiveness for the European Automotive Industry

Volkswagen Group has released the regenerate+ sustainability strategy, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050, 100% renewable electricity by 2030, and a 90% reduction in emissions and 40% use of recycled materials by 2040. This strategy not only demonstrates the company's commitment to decarbonization but also marks a key action for the European automotive industry to reshape its global competitiveness under the EU policy framework.

Julian Sterling3 min read
Corporate Europe

Three major European carmakers jointly call for 'Made in Europe' rules, localized production may become the new normal

Volkswagen, Stellantis, and Renault jointly wrote to the European Parliament, requesting the implementation of a 70% localization value rule and stronger incentives to address competitiveness challenges and supply chain pressures. This article provides an in-depth analysis from the perspectives of industrial competitiveness, EU industrial policy, and strategic autonomy.

Julian Sterling4 min read
Innovation Europe

The divergence effect of the AI economy: Why is Europe more worried about being "excluded from the supply chain"?

This in-depth analysis interprets the global divergence effects of the AI economy from a European perspective: when computing power, chips, data centers, and software profits are concentrated in a few countries and companies, Europe faces not only pressure from job displacement, but also a long-term test of its position in the industrial chain, the stability of its tax base, and its capacity for strategic autonomy.

Julian Sterling6 min read