I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 76 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Natural Resources. Today, we're meeting to discuss the climate crisis and Canada's energy sector, pursuant to the motion adopted on September 18, 2023.
Since today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, I would like to make a few comments for the benefit of members and witnesses.
Please wait until I recognize you by name before speaking. For those participating by video conference, click on the microphone icon to activate your mike. Please mute it when you are not speaking. For interpretation for those on Zoom, you have the choice at the bottom of your screen of floor, English or French. For those in the room, you can use the earpiece and select the desired channel.
This is a reminder that all comments should be addressed through the chair. Additionally, screenshots or taking photos of your screen is not permitted.
In accordance with our routine motion, I'm informing the committee that all remote participants have completed the required connection tests in advance of the meeting.
I would now like to welcome the witnesses who are with us for the first panel this morning. From Suncor Energy Inc., we have Rich Kruger, president and chief executive officer, and Arlene Strom, chief sustainability officer.
Welcome to the committee. Thank you for taking the time to appear today. You have five minutes for an opening statement.
Welcome to the committee, Mr. Kruger. The floor is yours.