Credit: Asko Appliances, Inc.
Swedish manufacturer Asko offers several residential dishwashers that are among the most energy-efficient available, with energy factors as high as 1.16—which is 152% better than minimum federal energy standards. All of their Energy StarLabeling system sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency and the US Department of Energy for labeling the most energy-efficient products on the market; applies to a wide range of products, from computers and office equipment to refrigerators and air conditioners. machines use 3.8 gallons per cycle or less and use as little as 187 kWh of electricity per year. Asko dishwashers wash up to 17 place settings, depending on the model, and have stainless steel tubs, filters, and spray arms. Some models can accommodate customized front panels, while others come in stainless steel, black, white, or glass.