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Mr Chong was one of three experts speaking at a panel session about carving out a career in the sustainability sector, which was jointly organised by The Straits Times' HeadSTart and fashion giant Uniqlo. The session was moderated by ST business correspondent Prisca Ang.
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Fellow panellist Tan Hui Xin, junior sustainability specialist at sustainability solutions provider ACT group, recommended that students look into internship opportunities to gain a footing in the industry.
Meanwhile, Mr Benjamin Swan, founder and CEO of agritech venture builder Beco Ventures, encouraged the audience to immerse themselves in communities that are making the kinds of changes in the world that they want to see.
The three panelists also emphasised the importance of cross-sector collaboration, such as between the finance and engineering industries, in the continued growth of the sustainability industry.
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