Water-Efficient Appliances
Massachusetts Water Resources Authority

 

MORE INFORMATION Save Energy, Too! High efficiency clothes washers and dishwashers save water and save energy. They can cost a bit more to purchase but you'll enjoy significant savings on your water and energy bills that will really add up over time. EPA's Energy Star website lists participating manufacturers. On mwra.com Community Support Programs main page

HIGH-EFFICIENCY WASHING MACHINES

Thinking about replacing that old, worn-out clothes washing machine? High efficiency clothes washers save water, energy and space in your home. Most are front-end loaders that use tumbling action to get clothes clean. Look for the Energy Star Label to ensure that you're buying the most efficient product possible. Consider this:

• High efficiency clothes washers use 30% - 50% less water, that's 5,000 gallons per year!
• They use 50% - 60% less energy to run.
• They require 1/3 less detergent.
• Your clothes will get less wear and tear in a high efficiency washer.
• They'll need less time in the dryer, too.

HIGH-EFFICIENCY DISHWASHERS

You can spend less money on water and spend less time in the kitchen if you switch to a high-efficiency dishwasher. Again, the Energy Star label will point you to the best water-savers.  High efficiency dishwashers use about 6-10 gallons of water per load of dishes (some use as little as 3.7 gallons!). Compare that to 9-12 gallons per load for average dishwashers and 20 gallons for hand washing.  Many models require little or no pre-rinsing of dishes – that's more water and time saved.

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Updated April 10, 2008