Inspirational: Solar Impulse duo proving energy’s future, trashing nuclear

Some spectacular individuals choose to promote good causes by testing their bodies to the extreme. Like South Africa’s Lewis Pugh who regularly swims in near freezing seas to highlight the plight of the oceans. Swiss explorer/adventurer Bertrand Piccard is made of the same stuff. I first met him in Davos in 2009 when facilitating a session highlighting his prowess, and have followed his journey ever since. Piccard’s latest obsession is to fly around the world in an aircraft powered exclusively by the sun. Having teamed up with former jet fighter pilot and entrepreneur Andre Borschberg, the duo’s revolutionary Solar Impulse project has captured the attention of millions. They’re half way through their challenge and are sharing experiences to packed WEF audiences in Davos this year. Here’s our interview. Inspirational and insightful – with some interesting comments on nuclear power.