The phrase "project proponents" refers to people or groups who support and promote a particular project. They are the ones who initiate or propose the project and try to gather support and resources for its completion. Full definition
This includes negotiating for comprehensive and specific land rights, self - government, and impacts and benefits agreements with project proponents. (oktlaw.com)
A mix of factors drive local content levels on major projects, including the corporate culture of project proponents, the capabilities of local firms and the supply of skilled labour. (businessnews.com.au)
But environmental assessment is much more than a regulatory box to be checked off by project proponents. (slaw.ca)