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Kim Shanahan: Santa Fe's Green Building Pioneer Dies at 68

5/5/2025

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Kim Shanahan, former executive director of the Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association, passed away at 68 from a heart attack in Costa Rica.
He was a trailblazer in green building and affordable housing, shaping Santa Fe’s green building code.
Shanahan served on the Habitat for Humanity board and helped develop the Water Efficiency Rating Score.
He gained national recognition for his expertise and mentored many in Santa Fe’s sustainability community.
His legacy emphasizes advocacy for sustainable practices and community involvement in housing initiatives.

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Kim Shanahan, former executive director of the Santa Fe Area Home Builders Association, passed away at 68 from a heart attack in Costa Rica.
He was a trailblazer in green building and affordable housing, shaping Santa Fe’s green building code.
Shanahan served on the Habitat for Humanity board and helped develop the Water Efficiency Rating Score.
He gained national recognition for his expertise and mentored many in Santa Fe’s sustainability community.
His legacy emphasizes advocacy for sustainable practices and community involvement in housing initiatives.