Teck Resources Limited is a Canadian mining company that specializes in the production of copper, zinc, and metallurgical coal. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia. Teck operates in Canada, the United States, Chile, and Peru, and has interests in several other countries.
Teck's operations are divided into five business units: copper, zinc, steelmaking coal, energy, and corporate. The copper and zinc units produce concentrates that are sold to smelters and refiners for further processing. The steelmaking coal unit produces metallurgical coal, which is used in the production of steel. The energy unit produces electricity from renewable and non-renewable sources.
Teck is committed to sustainable mining practices and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company has set targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, water use, and waste generation. Teck also works closely with local communities to ensure that its operations are socially responsible and sustainable.
As of 2021, Teck Resources Limited had a market capitalization of approximately CAD 16 billion and employed over 10,000 people. The company is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange.