I have a query regarding dishwashers and washing machines. I plan to live in Hyderabad and given the inadequacy of water in the city it does not feel right to be buying these appliances.

Are they better in terms of water conservation than hand washing clothes and vessels. Any information regarding comparative efficiencies will be appreciated.

Can we do anything to make their use better by recycling the water coming out of them- basic treatment and direct water from one source to another. An average of 150 litres of water just for washing and drying seems like a moral crime.

Ganesh Margabandhu
ganeshbandhu@gmail.com