How much water and energy does a dishwasher use?

On the energy label of a dishwasher, you can see its exact consumption per 100 cycles. The energy costs in the table on this page are based on an energy price of € 0.30 per kWh and 280 cycles per year, which is over 5 cycles per week. These numbers were calculated by the European Union. An A energy label dishwasher is more expensive to purchase, but you can save about € 540 on your energy bill after 15 years compared to the F energy label dishwashers.

The water consumption is also listed on the energy label. The number under the faucet indicated the number of litres per cycle during an Eco cycle. When you multiple this number by € 0.0014, you'll get the average water price. Multiply this with 280 cycles and you'll have the average price per year. For example, the energy label indicates a water consumption of 7.7L per cycle. You pay about € 0.11 for water consumption per cycle, and a total of € 3.02 annually.

Do you want to calculate the average annual energy costs in euros? First, you'll have to know the yearly energy consumption. The energy label indicates the consumption per 100 cycles. In order to get the annual energy consumption, you multiply the number on the energy label by 2.8. The EU uses an estimate of 280 cycles per year. Now the sum goes € 0.30 x average energy consumption in kWh per year. If the annual energy costs are low, you save more money and you're doing the environment a favor.

Did you get your new dishwasher? You can easily save water and energy. This way, you can contribute to the environment and the dishwasher lasts longer. For example, clean the appliance regularly and don't pre-rinse your dirty cups and plates. In our advice article, you can read more useful tips to save energy.