Sophie Phillips holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master's Degree in Energy and Environmental Policy, both from the University of Delaware. Phillips has demonstrated a commitment to environmental justice and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) through her academic and community involvement. She has managed institutional risk in high-finance before transitioning to the public sector, where she was elected to the Delaware House of Representatives. Phillips has worked with community groups to create community gardens and advocated for urban green spaces and environmental justice.

Sophie Phillips blends a progressive environmental stance with an unexpected focus on localized industrial interests, as seen in her advocacy for urban green spaces in Wilmington and Baltimore. Phillips's multicultural heritage informs her advocacy for environmental justice, yet her legislative record reveals a nuanced approach to balancing environmental regulations with regional economic needs. Phillips's rhetorical style emphasizes community engagement and education, illustrated by her creation of the “kNOw MORE” campaign. This combination of progressive policy goals with a localized, community-driven approach creates a compelling, albeit complex, political identity.