Average water consumption of washing machines and dishwashers
The water consumption of washing machines has generally decreased over the past 20 years, due to advancements in technology.
In the late 1990s, over 65 litres of water were required to complete a single washing cycle. By 2022, this figure had dropped significantly to just around 46 litres per cycle, highlighting a notable decrease in water usage compared to previous decades.
Average water consumption of washing machines (l/cycle)
The water consumption of dishwashers has generally decreased over the past 20 years, due to advancements in technology.
In the late 1990s, about 20 litres of water were required to complete a single washing cycle. By 2022, this figure had dropped significantly to less than 10 litres per cycle, highlighting a notable decrease in water usage compared to previous decades.
Average water consumption of dishwashers (l/cycle)