The following Tech Sets are available:
Tech Set 1: Resource Efficient Plumbing
This Tech Set highlights five technologies that are easy to install, result in efficient and speedy delivery of hot and cold water, and allow for future, simplified retrofit of a greywater reuse system.
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Tech Set 2: Durable Building Envelope
The second PATH Tech Set, "Durable Building Envelope Details for New Construction and Additions" shows builders the components of an affordable and durable building envelope--the foundation, walls and roof that separate conditioned and unconditioned spaces.
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Tech Set 3: Forced Air System
This Tech Set shows you how to improve the energy efficiency, durability, and performance of the forced air system through proper design and installation procedures.
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Tech Set 4: Energy-Efficient Lighting
This Tech Set provides an integrated approach to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of lighting used in and around the house.
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Tech Set 5: Storm-Resistant Roofing
This Tech Set shows you how to protect against both structural failure and water infiltration.
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Tech Set 6: The Sun in the 21st Century Home
A solar home can look and function very similar to a conventional home, except that the energy bills are much, much lower.
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Tech Set 7: Wind-Resistant Openings
Keeping your family safe is your number one concern. This includes their safety from hurricanes and other high wind events.
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Tech Set 8: Green Kitchen Remodel
The kitchen presents a big opportunity to improve the home's energy performance. Broadening the scope of a kitchen remodel to also include ecological benefits, accessibility, and occupant health considerations will provide for a more comfortable, affordable and safe home.
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Tech Set 9: Indoor Air Quality
Continuous performance assurance through deliberate design and construction details, as well as occupant maintenance are basic steps that ensure comfortable and allergen-free indoor air quality.
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Tech Set 10: The PATH Guide to Green Building
The essential components of building a green home: low-impact development (LID), resource and waste management, energy-efficient system integration, resource-efficient plumbing and good indoor air quality. And don't forget homeowner education.
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