Collage featuring Secura Insurance Headquarters interior and basketball court with WELL and LEED Gold certifications highlighting sustainable construction in Wisconsin.

Sustainable Construction at every Scale | TL;DR

Every project is a chance to build better. Sustainability at C.D. Smith means creating spaces that perform efficiently, last longer and make life better for the people who use them.

LEED and WELL certified projects across industries
Geothermal, prefabrication, solar and stormwater systems designed for performance
Mass timber expertise shaped by real project experience
Lifecycle savings through early alignment and smart design

What Sustainability Means in Construction

Sustainability is about more than checklists or certifications. It is a mindset that guides how buildings are designed, built and used every day. It starts long before construction begins and extends long after turnover.

Sustainable construction means better buildings for the people who depend on them. Energy use drops. Indoor air quality improves. Water is conserved. Materials last longer. Every decision matters because every detail adds up to performance, comfort and value.

LEED + WELL
Geothermal
Solar
Prefabrication
Mass Timber
Water Conservation

Aerial view of the C.D. Smith Corporate Office in Fond du Lac Wisconsin featuring rooftop solar panels and modern glass design built for energy efficiency and sustainability.

Sustainability by System

Sustainability takes many forms. From energy-efficient systems to renewable materials and modular construction, every project uses a mix of solutions to meet performance goals. These examples show how smart design choices make a measurable difference in how buildings operate and how people experience them.

LEED + WELL Certification

Projects that pursue LEED or WELL certification start with a shared goal: to create spaces that work better for people and the planet. From the C.D. Smith Corporate Office to Secura Insurance Headquarters to Baird Center, sustainable design is part of everyday operations. The City of Madison Nakoosa Trail Fleet Facility stands as another example of efficiency and wellness working together.

LEED and WELL | Secura Insurance Headquarters | Nakoosa Trail Fleet Facility | C.D. Smith Corporate Office | Baird Center

Geothermal Systems

Geothermal technology captures natural energy beneath the ground to heat and cool buildings efficiently. At Nature’s Way this system drives year-round performance with minimal energy waste. The Reedsburg Wastewater Treatment Plant uses a similar approach to reduce operational costs and environmental impact.

Nature’s Way | Reedsburg Wastewater Treatment Plant | Riverheath Evergreen | Schneider National: The Grove Innovation Center

Water Conservation + Stormwater Management

Water is one of our most valuable resources. Projects like the Baird Center and Waukesha Water Utility Booster Station show how infrastructure can manage water responsibly while serving communities. The Global Water Center continues that commitment by turning sustainable water management into everyday practice.

Baird Center | Waukesha Water Utility | Global Water Center | Sheboygan Water Utility: Raw Water Pump Station

Prefabrication + Modular Efficiency

Prefabrication improves quality and schedule control while reducing waste in the field. C.D. Smith integrates prefabricated systems where they create value, from mechanical and electrical assemblies to modular headwalls and bathroom pods built off-site for safer and faster installation. Healthcare projects, like SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital, show how prefabrication supports precision, safety, and continuity of care during construction.

Prefabricated Building Materials | SSM Health Ripon Community Hospital

Mass Timber (Experience + Innovation)

Mass timber is reshaping how buildings are designed and built. It combines strength, sustainability and design flexibility while reducing a project’s carbon footprint. Projects like Ascent MKE, Poplar Hall and Fastenal showcase how this renewable material brings warmth, performance and efficiency to every structure.

Mass Timber Construction | Ascent MKE | The Rise of Mass Timber in Wisconsin | Poplar Hall | Fastenal

High Performance Building

Our commitment to holistically enhancing the current and future environmental, economic and societal well-being of the communities in which we live, work and play in begins with education. We have a team devoted to understanding the difference between green building and a sustainable built environment. Our team will help you weigh the financial and business impacts of building green, through a sustainable approach, to make the most informed decisions. Join us in our commitment to create better-performing buildings by increasing sustainable construction practices. It’s more than a trend… it’s the right thing to do!

Enhance Environmental Effects

Enhance and Protect biodiversity and ecosystems

Improve air and water quality

Reduce waste streams

Conserve and restore natural resources

Optimize Economic Impact

Reduce operating costs

Improve occupant productivity

Enhance asset value and profit

Optimize life-cycle economic performance

Positive Societal Influences

Enhance occupant health and comfort

Improve indoor air quality

Minimize strain on local utility infrastructure

Improve overall quality of life

Material Ingredient Transparency

Active Design

Healthy Buildings

Resiliency

Innovation

Solar

Human Factors

Space Design and Planning

Biophilic Design and Biomimicry

Building "Wellness"

Get in Touch

Corporate Headquarters
125 Camelot Drive
Fond du Lac, WI 54935

Milwaukee Office
8325 W. Tower Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53223

Madison Office
316 West Washington Avenue
Suite 900
Madison, WI 53703

La Crosse Office
333 Front Street North
Suite 701
La Crosse, WI 54601

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Sustainability | Building Better by Design