Simple Green Resolution 7

Run a Fully Loaded Dishwasher

If you have dishwasher, use it. Running a fully loaded dishwasher — without prerinsing the dishes — can use a third less water than washing the dishes by hand, saving up to 10 to 20 gallons of water a day. Simply scrape large pieces of food off your dishes and let the dishwasher handle the rest. And by using the air-dry setting (instead of heat-dry), you will consume half the amount of electricity without spending a dime.

thanks to : The Daily Green: 15 Resolutions for the Environment That Actually make a Difference.