Exploring Sustainability Careers in Asia: Insights from Bard Alum Matthew Guenther

How can Americans build a sustainability career in Asia? Bard Graduate Programs in Sustainability recently hosted a virtual conversation with Matthew Guenther, VP of Corporate Sustainability at the garment manufacturing company TAL apparel, to discuss just that. 

Based in Singapore, Matthew is a 2010 graduate of the Bard MS in Environmental Policy program, and has spent over a decade working in sustainability across Asia. In his current role at TAL Apparel, he leads corporate sustainability efforts for a company that supplies one out of every six men’s dress shirts sold in the U.S.  

During the session, Matthew offered firsthand insight into:

• What sustainability work looks like in Asia, particularly for American professionals
• Cultural and professional considerations when working abroad
• Emerging sustainability trends in the manufacturing and apparel sectors
• Job search strategies for those interested in working in Asia

For anyone considering a sustainability career in Asia, the conversation is a must watch:

Resources for Finding Sustainability Jobs in Asia

Whether you're looking for ESG, climate, or environmental jobs in Asia, Matthew shared several job boards and platforms worth exploring:

• Eco-Business – Sustainability news and job listings
• KYNA Intel – ESG and impact-driven roles across Asia
• JobsDB – General job board with green career filters
  Acre – Global sustainability and ESG recruitment
• Eco-Business Article: Mind the ESG Skills Gap – Insight into Asia’s growing need for sustainability talent

Want to Learn More? 

• Connect with Matthew Guenther on LinkedIn to ask questions or learn more about his work.
• Bard students and alumni interested in sustainability careers in Asia can also reach out to Bard MBA Professor Dr. Janice Lao, a leading expert in international sustainable development.