As the demand for critical minerals like lithium, copper, and nickel surges, indigenous communities are increasingly affected by extraction activities. A recent study highlights that over half of these minerals are located in areas inhabited by indigenous peoples. At a Geneva summit, representatives expressed concerns about the new colonialism surrounding resource extraction for green technologies. They demand respect for their rights, particularly the principle of ‘free, prior, and informed consent’ before any mining activities proceed. The mining industry claims to honor these rights, but many indigenous activists argue this is largely unmet.