Teck and Science World Partner to Enhance Safety and Educate Public on the Antimicrobial Properties of Copper
07 September 2022 - 11:00PM
Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK)
(“Teck”) and Science World today announced a partnership providing
an added layer of protection for visitors and staff at Science
World while building awareness of copper’s antimicrobial properties
and the role metals play in our everyday lives.
Through its Copper & Health program, Teck has made a
$650,000 contribution to Science World, the fourth largest
attraction in British Columbia, to outfit high-traffic areas with
antimicrobial copper surfaces known as CuVerro Shield™ by Aereus
Technologies. Copper has been installed on surfaces including
Science World exhibits (Hang-Time, Heart Drum, and Electric Hands),
front door handles and entrance countertops. The installation
creates an added layer of protection for about 1 million guests who
visit Science World each year given copper’s unique antimicrobial
properties, proven effective to eliminate up to 99.9 per cent of
harmful bacteria within two hours of contact.
Teck also becomes the presenting sponsor of Science World’s
Geology Science Exhibit which now includes new interactive and
educational displays to help visitors discover how metals are used
in our daily lives, from the smartphones we use to the bridges we
drive on. This exhibit complements Science World’s focus on STEAM
(Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, and Math) to
encourage future generations to enter into these fields.
This partnership is the latest in a series made through Teck’s
Copper & Health program to expand the use and awareness of
antimicrobial copper in B.C. hospitals, post-secondary educational
institutions and on public transit in Vancouver and
Toronto.
Quotes:Don Lindsay, President and CEO,
Teck – “Teck is proud to support Science World’s
work to strengthen awareness of the health benefits of copper, and
the essential role that metals play in our world and our daily
lives. The installation of antimicrobial copper surfaces will
provide an added layer of protection at this important institution
that educates and amazes over a million visitors each year.”
Tracy Redies,
President & CEO, Science World –"The partnership with
Teck will allow Science World to educate its visitors on the
properties of antimicrobial copper and metals in general, in
addition to expanding on our highly-popular Geology Experience.
This exhibition will educate on the role that metals play in our
everyday lives while incorporating antimicrobial copper in our
space helping to keep our visitors and staff safe.”
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About Teck’s Copper & Health ProgramThrough
its Copper & Health program, Teck has funded numerous
initiatives across a range of industries and public facilities to
help improve health and safety in high-traffic, high-touch areas
through the installation of antimicrobial copper. Teck’s Copper
& Health program has installed copper surfaces in a number of
healthcare facilities, including Vancouver General Hospital and St.
Paul’s Hospital, on public transit in partnership with TransLink
and Toronto Transit Commission, and in schools through partnerships
with BCIT, SFU and UBC. Teck is a proud member of CHAIR Canada, the
Coalition for Community and Healthcare Acquired Infection Reduction
(chaircanada.org).
There is no commercial benefit to Teck from the increased use of
antimicrobial copper as the amount of metal needed is very small;
the goal of the program is to improve health and safety for
communities.
For more information about the role of antimicrobial copper, the
Copper & Health program, and other examples of copper in
action, please visit www.copperstopsthespread.ca.
About TeckAs one of Canada’s leading mining
companies, Teck is committed to responsible mining and mineral
development with major business units focused on copper, zinc, and
steelmaking coal, as well as investments in energy assets. Copper,
zinc and high-quality steelmaking coal are required for the
transition to a low-carbon world. Headquartered in Vancouver,
Canada, Teck’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange
under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange
under the symbol TECK. Learn more about Teck
at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.
About Science WorldScience World is a
non-profit organization based in Vancouver. It has a mission to
educate the public in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art
& Design, and Math). The goal is to ignite wonder and empower
dreams through science and nature. Science World’s vision is that
within a generation, Canada will be a country of thriving,
sustainable communities rooted in science, innovation and a deep
connection to nature.
Teck Media ContactChris StannellPublic
Relations Manager 604.699.4368chris.stannell@teck.com
Science World Media ContactLarissa DundonPublic
Relations604.649.5506larissa@the-tea.co
Teck Investor ContactFraser PhillipsSenior Vice
President, Investor Relations and Strategic Analysis
604.699.4621fraser.phillips@teck.com
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