For GenZers working in clean energy, DOGE's cuts mean finding creative career pivots

Aaron Yang, 22, took a voluntary buyout from the Energy Department.

Aarron Yang

• GenZers working in clean energy are facing multiple career roadblocks.
• The Trump administration slashed Biden's big energy investment and fired thousands of workers.
• Two laid-off federal workers said they are optimistic and open-minded, despite the setbacks.

In just four months, Aaron Yang's young career in renewable energy had hit the highs and lows you might expect of a more seasoned worker.