Certification of buildings in Ukraine is gradually gaining importance. Currently, there are a number of initiatives aimed at promoting the sustainable development and energy efficiency of buildings in Ukraine.

Nonetheless, green building certification in Ukraine is not mandatory. Certification under the international standards is voluntary. However, due to an increasing level of corporate social responsibility, Ukrainian construction companies are continually devoting more attention to environmental issues and the efficient use of resources.

The Ukrainian office real estate market has recently seen a surge in certifications. Most of these occurred in 2020-2021 and were secured under internationally acknowledged certification schemes, such as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) and Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Methodology (BREEAM). A recent example of LEED certification is the office premises of business center Mag.Nett located in Kyiv, which fulfilled the requirements of the LEED Gold level in 2021. Another one is the office premises developed as part of the Unit.City construction project in Kyiv. There are several examples of BREEAM certification, such as business centers ASTARTA Organic Business Centre, Grand and Horizon Park in Kyiv, and business park Optima Plaza in Lviv.

With regard to energy performance certification, some local authorities have joined a system of voluntary energy certification of buildings, including multiapartment residential buildings, schools, health centers, etc. This voluntary energy certification is supported by the European voluntary energy certification system "Display Campaign," which was developed in 2003 by energy experts from European towns and cities.