But, but, but, rather than burning them, which destroys Polar bear habitat, there are alternatives.
Shred them into your mulch pile and poop on them to accelerate the breakdown.
Or pile them in the attic/basement, because they make wonderful habitat for silverfish and a bunch of different molds.
Slower, but maybe more satisfying, is lining the birdcage, a page or two at a time.
Be creative... and kind to Al Gore.