06/24/2026
Before drilling the first borehole, a geothermal project starts with a series of decisions:
Available land. Existing HVAC systems. Geological conditions. Construction phasing. Long-term operational goals.
As organizations look for ways to reduce energy consumption, lower emissions and improve long-term facility performance, geothermal is gaining attention across industrial, commercial and institutional projects.
Adapted from the Fall 2025 issue of Beneath the Hard Hat®, the latest blog post explores how geothermal systems work, why Wisconsin is well-positioned for geothermal construction and the factors owners evaluate when considering a project.
Learn more at https://www.cdsmith.com/blog/commercial-geothermal-construction-natures-way.
Fond du Lac School District Schneider