Business units focused on copper,
steelmaking coal, zinc and energy.
Energy is essential to our lives. We all rely on energy—to keep the lights on, to get to work, or to heat or cool our homes. As populations around the globe — particularly in developing nations — grow and become increasingly urbanized, the demand for energy is increasing.
Read MoreSteelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in the production of steel. Also called metallurgical or coking coal, it is a necessary ingredient in producing steel for building infrastructure such as rail, bridges and schools improving the quality of life for people around the world. Steel and steelmaking coal are required for everything from clean energy projects like wind or solar power to transportation like rapid transit, buses and vehicles.
Read MoreCopper is an essential part of people’s lives. Today, copper is the material of choice for powering our modern world as a vital component in everything from power generation and hybrid vehicles to computers and smartphones.
Read MoreZinc protects steel by improving its durability. The primary uses of zinc are for galvanizing steel to protect against weather and corrosion, producing brass and bronze, and in die-casting to produce a wide range of metal products. When added to fertilizers, zinc can increase crop yields and crop quality. And, as an essential nutrient in human development and disease prevention, zinc saves lives.
Read MoreTeck is committed to responsible resource development. We are focused on operating sustainably, ensuring the health and safety of our people, and building strong relationships with communities. We have internal policies and external commitments that guide and allow us to evolve with emerging sustainability trends and best practices.
Our comprehensive sustainability strategy has goals that stretch through to 2030 in six sustainability focus areas: