Here are a few tips for using your dishwasher in the most energy efficient way. Always make sure the dishwasher is full before you run it, try to wash in the evening when energy use is less, scrape off any sticky or large bits of food so your machine won’t have to work as hard, and when the cycle reaches dry stop your machine and open the door to let the contents air dry. You will save not only energy but detergent and hot water.