This document summarizes a presentation given by Scott Goldsmith on Alaska's economic future and the role of a North Slope natural gas pipeline. It discusses how Alaska's economy is currently dependent on petroleum production and the potential economic benefits of a gas pipeline, including billions in additional state revenue over 30 years. It also examines alternatives to petroleum development and strategies for diversifying Alaska's economy. Charts show projections for gas production, prices, and revenues, demonstrating that a pipeline could help sustain the state budget into the future.