Increasing diversity within environmental leadership may face challenges such as resistance from individuals or organizations who are resistant to change or uncomfortable with addressing issues of race, equity, and inclusion. Critics may argue that prioritizing diversity could lead to tokenism or undermine merit-based selection processes. Additionally, there might be concerns about power dynamics shifting within organizations as more diverse voices gain influence. Addressing these challenges requires open dialogue, education on unconscious bias and systemic racism, commitment to inclusivity at all levels of the organization, and a willingness to confront discomfort in order to foster a more equitable environment.