Maryland Energy Administration

ENERGY STAR Dishwashers

Want to save money and time doing dishes? Ask for ENERGY STAR. By earning the ENERGY STAR and meeting strict performance criteria, you can be sure the dishwasher will:

Save money. The average Marylander can save 5,000 gallons of water and over $60 annually in energy and water bills compared to hand washing dishes.

Save energy. ENERGY STAR qualified dishwashers use about 15 percent less than non-qualified models.

Save water. Qualified dishwashers use about 1/3rd less water than non-qualified models. 2 gallons/cycle might not sound like much, but that’s enough to brew 7,095 cups of coffee each year.

Reduce noise. Qualified ENERGY STAR dishwashers run 50 percent more quietly than 10-year old non-qualified models.

Save time. Maryland residents spend more than 230 hours standing over the sink each year washing dishes by hand.

Save the environment. By making the switch to an ENERGY STAR model, you’ll reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.

Learn more about ENERGY STAR qualified dishwashers and get some valuable tips before buying one.