About MEC

The Minerals Education Coalition’s (MEC) mission is to identify, produce and disseminate fact-based K-12 minerals education lessons and activities and to inform and educate the general public about the importance of mining in their everyday lives.

Click here to learn more about the Minerals Education Coalition.

MEC Spotlights

Copper in our Electrical World Video - Our new video tells the story of how copper deposits were formed, copper’s unique properties which make it so versatile and valuable, how it is mined and processed, and the variety of products which contain copper – products which are essential to our everyday lives and lifestyles. Click Here to view the Video.

 

Each year, the “Minerals Baby” reminds all of us of the importance of minerals and other mined substances to our lives and lifestyles.  This year’s statistics reflect an increase of mined materials needed to provide for the average American born in 2012 with an expected lifespan of 78.7 years when compared with the previous year. 

Click here to find more statistics about minerals in your life.

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MEC STORE POLICIES

Return/Refund Policy
All sales are final except for damaged goods. Damaged products may be returned for a replacement only if the damage is a manufacturer’s defect or the result of shipment from MEC. Merchandise must be returned within 30 days. Returns of merchandise requires prior authorization. Please include receipt or reference number and return by traceable carrier to MEC.

Delivery Method and Timing
Shipping and handling charges must be added to all orders. This is done automatically when ordering is done online.

  • Continental U.S. orders will be shipped via Federal Express Ground.
  • Outside Continental U.S. orders will be shipped via Federal Express Internation Economy, USPS International Priority or DHL.
  • Rush service may be requested via Federal Express 2-Day service for an extra fee.

If you would like to receive a quote prior to shipping, please email MEC at books@smenet.org. Prices are subject to change without notice.

PRIVACY POLICY
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