Green Tips: How to Clean or Wash Dishes Eco-Friendly

http://www.dailygreenideas.com Your dishwasher uses a lot of energy, so we are going to show you how to wash dishes the eco-friendly way, by hand and without dishwasher detergent. Dishwasher detergent is detrimental to fish and wildlife, so it is best to avoid using it whenever possible. Lemon juice is the main ingredient in dishwasher detergents because it is a natural degreaser. Washing dishes this way will save you money on your electric bill and will help the environment by stopping the use of detergent soaps and substituting a natural degreaser like lemon juice instead.