Dishwasher Energy Savers

Here is a list of things that you can do with your dishwasher that will save you energy (and money) in the long run:

1. Stop washing your dishes by hand.  Dishwashers actually use less water, and subsequently, less heat.
2. Let dishes air dry in lieu of heat drying.
3. Rinse dishes in cold water.  Oftentimes, cold water will do the same job with less energy.
4. Do not use the "rinse & hold" feature on your dishwasher.
5. Fill the dishwasher completely before running it.