A proposed mine by LKAB in Kiruna, Sweden, risks destroying the last viable migration route for reindeer belonging to the Gabna sameby (Sami village). The mine aims to provide Europe with rare earth metals crucial for electrification and the green energy transition. However, the mineral deposit lies directly beneath this critical pathway used by the reindeer. Lars-Marcus Kuhmunen, chair of Gabna sameby, warns that the mine’s construction would effectively end their traditional reindeer herding practices. The situation highlights a conflict between the demand for resources needed for climate solutions and the preservation of Indigenous cultures and livelihoods. The future of the village is at stake, with the mine potentially representing its end as a reindeer herding community. This dispute underscores the complex challenges of balancing economic development with environmental protection and Indigenous rights.