Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Good morning, Mr. Hamilton. I would like to say, if I may, that it is somewhat odd, in view of your experience, that the Conservatives have hired you to do what the Liberals want to do, which is to levy a carbon tax. In fact, you seem like the best person they could have chosen.
Have you done any studies or reading that would have led you to the environment department? Could you tell us how you have prepared for taking up this position at the environment department?